1 April 2008 - World Cup Stage 1 – Quotes of the Official Practice Day

World Cup Stage 1 – Quotes of the Official Practice Day Santo Domingo – 1 April 2008
Today was run the Official Practice Day. Find below some quotes from archers. We asked them the following questions: What are your first impressions of Santo Domingo? What are your expectations for this season?
Women Recurve
Ana Maria Rendon (COL) It seems very well organized and it’s great. I came here once before, for the Panamerican Games in 2003, so I have very good memories of it being here again. I really hope to win an Olympic medal, and if possible the World Cup (laughs)
Natalia Valeeva (ITA) I like it, it is nice. I will do what I can to have the best result in Beijing, of course my ultimate goal is to win a medal. I will certainly participate in all World Cups especially to get prepared for the Games.
Justyna Mospinek (POL) It is very nice, very hot and very wet. I just hope rain will stop for the competition! I expect to participate in all World Cup Stages, although it all depends on each World Cup Stage result, then we know if we go to the next one or not. We don’t know yet who will be going to the Olympic Games, it will be decided depending on the results of World Cup Stages and European Championships. We have no time to do a National Competition, as most of the team is barely in Poland as we are always travelling for competitions.
Men Compound
Ruben Ochoa (MEX) It is either too hot or too wet Here, I hope I can be in the top 10 of the qualifications and then participate in the Finals. I don’t know if I’ll go to next World Cup stages, as it all depends on the results made here. If it is good, then I’ll go to Antalya. Then, there are the Field World Championships in Wales later on the year, where I believe that it is fairer than before, with the new rules.
Patrizio Hofer (SUI) It is nice but rainy I hope to win against Reo (that was standing just next to him)!
Reo Wilde (USA) It is not bad, but not amazing I hope I can win a million dollars! But also to get to the Final here in Santo Domingo, while I am having fun. - Who do you think will win this competition? There are lots of good guys that can win, especially the one that shoots the more 10s!
Roberval Dos Santos (BRA) It is very hot and very wet I hope I will win the World Cup, this year (Bronze Medal in Dubai World Cup Final)
Martin Damsbo (DEN) It is good so far, except for the rain… I will just try to have fun, shoot as good as I can, and if possible be in the top 4 of the World Cup!

Chantal Steiner FITA Communication