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Stefan Rettenegger: On the way to becoming the world leader in Nordic combined
Stefan Rettenegger aims to dethrone King Jarl Magnus Riiber in Nordic combined. He reports on his successes and ambitions before the upcoming World Cup in Trondheim.
Stefan Rettenegger: On the way to becoming the world leader in Nordic combined
Stefan Rettenegger, a rising star in Nordic combined, speaks in awe of his current position in the sport. “It’s a bit surreal that I’m really at the front now,” he said at a media event in the Europark shopping center in Salzburg. The 22-year-old achieved considerable success last season, including eleven podium finishes, which earned him a lot of recognition. Despite his successes, Rettenegger remains humble and emphasizes that he must continue to work hard to stay at the top.
His rivalry with the “combination king” Jarl Magnus Riiber is a central theme in Rettenegger's career. “Our King Jarl only cooks with water,” he joked. However, this humorous comment addresses a serious challenge: he aims to dethrone Riiber, who is considered the benchmark in Nordic combined. Rettenegger highlights the dynamic between the two, who encourage and drive each other. “Everyone knows that they are competing against an absolute top opponent, and that pushes us both,” explained Rettenegger.
The view of the World Cup
An important event in Rettenegger's competition calendar is the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim, Norway. This city has a special meaning for him as he finished second there twice last season. “Trondheim is an incredibly beautiful place and I associate a lot of positive things with it,” he emphasized. Another goal is not only to create memories, but also to achieve new successes.
Rettenegger has firmly established himself among the sport's elite. With his remarkable performances last season, he has the potential to seriously challenge Riiber. The season starts at the end of November in Ruka, Finland and fans can look forward to the duel between the two athletes. Rettenegger is hungry for further success and is heading into the next season with a positive attitude.
The coming season will show how the showdown between Rettenegger and Riiber will develop, but one thing is certain: the pressure and motivation will increase for both athletes, which should lead to exciting competitions. Further information can be found at www.salzburg24.at.