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Orienteering Achievement of 2009

Simone Niggli
Orienteering Achievement of 2009 – Women

- What was the greatest moment of this year for you? (in sports)
- The greatest moment for me in sports this year was the moment when I saw the second last control on the long distance in Hungary. I could hear the voice of the speaker Per Forsberg, announcing me as the new world champion… that was fantastic!

- Was it a surprise for you that you managed to get back to the very top level this year?
- I really hoped it but I wasn’t secure about it , especially after my injury in the spring. And you never know how you can handle the sport-family balance and if your body would be ready for top performance again. I’m really happy about my performances, especially in the second half of the year.

Daniel Hubmann
Orienteering Achievement of 2009 – Men

- What was the greatest moment of this year for you?
There where many great moments this year. But of course the greatest one was to defend the WOC title in the long distance. But also the World Games, Tiomila and Jukola have been memorable events for me this year.

- Was it a surprise for you that you managed to be so dominant this season?
- Of course I did not expect so many good races even though my shape was good the whole season. But it looks like I managed to make another step to a higher level in 2009. It was a great year for me, hopefully I can still improve my skills for next season! :-)

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