Eveliina Piippo is critical of her coach's decision
Originally published in Yle on January 19, 2025
Eveliina Piippo voiced her displeasure towards her coach's recent decision after experiencing a challenging outing at the Les Rousses 20 km race. Despite being determined to finish, she found herself in a difficult situation during the race.
Piippo shared her thoughts post-race, stating, "I knew I wasn't in a good place. I didn't think it would be this bad." She expressed her disappointment at not being able to ski competitively and questioned the rationale behind her coach's decision for her to participate.
Her recent performances have left her struggling with self-confidence. "I don't think my racing season will continue in the near future. We'll see if I compete in the spring," Piippo commented, signaling uncertainty about her immediate future in the sport.
In comparison, Kerttu Niskanen reflected on her race, where she placed sixth but felt her skis were inadequate due to grip problems, emphasizing the challenges faced by the Finnish ski team at this event.
