OK boss Julen almost in tears after Matterhorn fiasco: “It hurts incredibly much”

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On Saturday, Franz Julen said: “The sting runs deep.” The question arises on Sunday what the increase is. The descent on the Matterhorn will once again be canceled and, just like in 2022, there will be no race on the Gran Becca in 2023. Julen has tears in his eyes – but is combative: “It hurts incredibly. But the Matterhorn was also not conquered on the first attempt. It took several attempts.”

In fact, British mountaineer Edward Whymper (1840–1911) only achieved this feat after seven failed trips and a 200-foot fall. In July 1865 the time had come and the last four thousand meter high peak in Switzerland had been conquered. “Like Whymper, we will keep fighting until we make it,” said Julen.

The eighth cancellation follows at 11.40 am

Will that happen? The last attempt for the time being is in danger early on. At 6:10 am the FIS reported strong winds on the slopes – updates followed hourly. The drivers inspect the route. “Only one jump was not rideable, the rest was,” says Joana Hählen (31).

The problem: This exact jump would have been extremely dangerous if a gust of wind had hit him at that exact moment. “The wind is unpredictable,” says Jasmine Flury (30). At 11.40 am what must follow: the cancellation.

Gisin feels sorry

Disappointment is written on everyone’s face. “I have enormous respect for what the athletes do – they deserve fair and regular racing. That was not possible,” says Julen.

The organizer feels sorry for Michelle Gisin (29): “He was beaten up a lot, that was extreme. The idea of ​​this race is very positive. Whether it will succeed in November remains to be seen. Everyone has put so much heart and soul into it, it’s a shame they aren’t being rewarded.”

Source : Blick