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Beatrice Colli, Italy

Speaking about winning the European title:
“This victory has made my belief grow. Now I believe harder than ever that I can achieve my goals.

“I realised once again that our mind is the strongest energy source we have and we need to train it every single day, just like our bodies. And of course, I feel relieved. I’m not going to lie; I was struggling to find the confidence to show up as my highest self.”

“Giulia [Randi] and Capucine [Viglione] - they got silver and bronze in Chamonix - were both such a push for me and I really have to thank them for showing me that it is possible. They opened a vision in me. From Chamonix on, I told myself I am going to win in Laval.”

“I will get quicker; I won’t stop until I finish that wall faster than everyone.”

“I love that we will be competing straight away, I’m excited and I feel good. The preparation for Laval was hard, I suffered and I put a lot of work in, now I’m ready to see what my body and mind, together, will do.”

“I think the four-lane format allows us to be more consistent and less exposed to mistakes. We know we have more chances to go fast because of the four qualification runs, and this is such a precious feeling. Although I believe this format is less mental than regular speed competitions, which can be good for some, but also less interesting for others.”

“Relays are the most fun thing ever. Training for the relays allows me to have pure fun and most important thing, to go fast. They really help me to get through the training sessions way easier because of the adrenaline boost I get from the challenge.

“Also, now that relays are officially part of the world circuit, I’m developing the real sense of teamwork, which is giving me so much passion, love and excitement for the sport.”

“My goal is to live qualification rounds with a smile and clear mind. Most of the times I struggle to find the right balance between pressure and adrenaline, and I can’t find my rhythm. I love competing because I feel light, I feel like my muscles are ten times stronger than I usually feel, I feel like I’m flying… So, my goal is to fly high.”

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