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What's the deal with Chemmy Alcott's results this year?
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I don't think people were taking the Verbier racing particularly seriously. In a number of the races the World Cup 'pros' were beaten by the amateurs, some comprehensively (speed test), and some of the guys by the girls!
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What is your opinion?
When I saw Chemmy in the training runs at Aspen (before the storm came in) in early December she looked very strong - top ten material.
Then she ended up getting a few top-20s, no more; I know how frustrating that can be when you know you're skiing well enough to get top tens.
My guess would be that that frustration has now begun to creep into her skiing - and of course it is impossible to ski well unless you are in a relaxed state of mind.
Also, we should retain some perspective: Chemmy is currently our only world-class skier, ranked in the top 30 in the world in two disciplines (GS and combined). In her best race this season (Maribor GS) she posted the 11th fastest time on the second run so she is within reach of the elite.
We (the British ski-racing-viewing public) need to remain supportive and do everything possible to try to keep Chemmy in a positive, relaxed zone, so that she is in the best condition to take advantage of favourable conditions when they do occur.
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I have raced Chemmy last year, she is a thoroughly plesant girl and I have upmost respect for her. It is really hard say positive and stay on top of your game all the time the pressures are huge for the racers, the differences are so small. I for one shall continue to support Chemmy and look forward to seeing her get the results she deserves.
I should add that when I raced her it was not on skis but a triathlon - I beat her just!
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My guess would be that that frustration has now begun to creep into her skiing
That seems to make most sense. She is a fine athlete, used to and driven to win. She improved immensely last season but for whatever reason it didnt happen for her this year. The reason could be her own frustration at her own lack of progress. I do think though that she skied a bit tooo smoothly and in control at times and lost some of her agression and on the edge style that propelled her in the WC circuit.
she has a lot of years ahead of her and i wish here well for next season
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