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7 June 2010 - Begunhan Elif UNSAL (TUR): “I want to win a gold medal at the Olympic Games”
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Begunhan Elif UNSAL (TUR): “I want to win a gold medal at the Olympic Games”
Antalya (TUR) – 7 June 2010
Begunhal Elif UNSAL (TUR) was the surprise bronze medallist at the recent European Championships in Rovereto. We met the 17-year-old in Antalya where she is competing at the World Cup Stage 2 this week.
Congratulations on your bronze medal! How did you start archery?
My father is an archery coach and he introduced me to archery when I was 11-12. I liked it from the start.
Were you expecting a medal at the European Championships?
No, it was a big surprise. I was well prepared for the competition but I wasn’t hoping for a medal. Now, here in Antalya, I am hoping for a medal.
In Rovereto you won the bronze medal match 7-3 against Justyna MOSPINEK (POL), the winner of the 2008 World Cup Final. How did it feel to shoot against her?
Before the match I was wondering if I could win, but as soon as I started shooting I believed I would win the game.
What are your goals for the future?
To win a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
What is the situation of archery in Turkey?
I believe we are a leading country in archery, which is a great luck. In my opinion we are better than most countries.
How are your training conditions?
Like everyone else I train first in my region, Isparta, with my father. After the regional training there are national team camps, and then we take part in the national and international competitions. I train everyday on an average of 2-3 hours.
What do you like best in archery?
I like competition more than training.
What are your activities outside of archery?
I’m a high school student and after I graduate I plan to study gastronomy and food engineering at the University. In my free time apart from shooting I like to read, listen to music and spend time with my friends.
Thank you Begunhan, and all the best for the future!
Vanahé ANTILLE
FITA Communication
Congratulations on your bronze medal! How did you start archery?
My father is an archery coach and he introduced me to archery when I was 11-12. I liked it from the start.
Were you expecting a medal at the European Championships?
No, it was a big surprise. I was well prepared for the competition but I wasn’t hoping for a medal. Now, here in Antalya, I am hoping for a medal.
In Rovereto you won the bronze medal match 7-3 against Justyna MOSPINEK (POL), the winner of the 2008 World Cup Final. How did it feel to shoot against her?
Before the match I was wondering if I could win, but as soon as I started shooting I believed I would win the game.
What are your goals for the future?
To win a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
What is the situation of archery in Turkey?
I believe we are a leading country in archery, which is a great luck. In my opinion we are better than most countries.
How are your training conditions?
Like everyone else I train first in my region, Isparta, with my father. After the regional training there are national team camps, and then we take part in the national and international competitions. I train everyday on an average of 2-3 hours.
What do you like best in archery?
I like competition more than training.
What are your activities outside of archery?
I’m a high school student and after I graduate I plan to study gastronomy and food engineering at the University. In my free time apart from shooting I like to read, listen to music and spend time with my friends.
Thank you Begunhan, and all the best for the future!
Vanahé ANTILLE
FITA Communication
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