Frodeno: “My career will end with a bang”

Clear the stage for the top stars of the scene in “Triathlon PUR – Das Zwift Magazin” on SPORT1: In the issue on Friday, July 22, from 7:45 p.m., a detailed portrait will be dedicated to the three-time IRONMAN Hawaii champion Jan Frodeno, Anne Haug , IRONMAN World Champion of 2019, answers questions from moderator Hartwig Thöne in an interview slot. In “Triathlon PUR – Das Zwift Magazin” SPORT1 offers a compact overview of current events in this fascinating sport. In the “Mittendrin Studios” the focus is on the current season with the big international events, this time with a view to the spectacular races in Roth and Frankfurt. In the magazine, Jan Frodeno expresses a great wish in the final sprint of his career, Anne Haug explains what drives her. The most important statements of the two exceptional athletes are summarized below.

Jan Frodeno, 2008 Olympic Champion and three-time IRONMAN Hawaii Champion:

… about his current motivation: “This is always an important motivation for the older generation of athletes: being hot, knowing that it’s the best time, which is limited. Serena Williams, Tom Brady, Roger Federer – everyone is still delivering top performances. This is something that connects us in spirit.”

…. About Legend Status: “I’m not ready to rest on my laurels and look back just yet. Legend means you were damn good back then. I’m not ready to be a legend yet.”

… about a possible career end: “My career will end with a bang. That there are still one, two, three big races is my last wish for my body.”

Anne Haug, IRONMAN World Champion 2019 and current double winner at Challenge Roth:

… about the fascination of triathlon: “A long distance is a long, agonizing journey that you’re willing to take on. If it doesn’t hurt at the back, you’re just doing it too slowly.”

… about her drive: “I think that’s a process that accompanies me throughout my life: that I’m driven and always want to improve. If the work I put into triathlon is reflected in my performance, that’s how long I want to do this sport.”

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