Despite my inability to qualify to qualify in South Africa, I did really appreciate the support I got from the IOC particularly the Olympic Solidarity, members of the ICF, my own National Olympic Committee, friends and athletes from the Slalom Community.
BENJAMIN BOUKPETIBeing the first Olympic medallist of my country means that I have some obligations and it was a very tough job for me to resume a proper training schedule due to the (new) status I have in my country.
More Benjamin Boukpeti Quotes
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At the Cardiff World Cup I really would like to make the final. The favorites are still Peter, Daniele or Vavra, but I will try to do my best in order to be closest as possible to these athletes.
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I’m calm and focused and I can’t wait for the biggest sport event in the World to begin.
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Being the first Olympic medallist of my country means that I have some obligations and it was a very tough job for me to resume a proper training schedule due to the (new) status I have in my country.
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I’m also conscious of what this confidence that has been placed in me means. I’m going to the Games through the back door but I’m working everyday to exit through the main door!
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