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Franziska Preuß Targets Positive Olympic Experience as Ruhpolding World Cup Nears

She is isolating following recent infections to protect her build-up to Milan–Cortina.

Overview

  • The overall World Cup champion said she wants to "once experience the Olympics nicely" and return to Ruhpolding with a good feeling.
  • She identified Milan–Cortina 2026 (February 6–22) as the goal she trained for throughout the summer.
  • After repeated infections in recent years, she already missed two weeks this winter and is limiting contacts to avoid illness.
  • The three-time Olympian recalled problems before or during each past Games that left unpleasant memories.
  • Recognized as Germany's Sportsperson of the Year, she is viewed as a medal hope but stressed that a medal cannot be planned.