Olympics 2018: Dahlmeier considers abandoning the Olympics in case of acute danger

The seven-time biathlon world champion Laura Dahlmeier has affirmed that she will forego an Olympic start when the Korea crisis worsens:”If there is an acute danger to the life and limb of our athletes, I will certainly not drive to Pyeongchang with all my might,”the 24-year-old told Sport Bild.

At the latest since her five World Cup successes this year in Hochfilzen, Dahlmeier has been the most promising German medal candidate for the Winter Games (9th place) and has “watched the news broadcasts closely to see how the political situation develops”. till 25. But I also want to come back home healthy,”said Dahlmeier.

Since the athletes are “the lowest member”, Dahlmeier hopes that the responsible persons will come to their senses. If this is not the case, Dahlmeier added,”the leaders of the federations should take a close look and consider whether it really makes sense to hold the Olympic Games there”.