Interview Hanna Tserakh
She was problably the biggest suprise in a World Tour race this season. Hanna Tserakh beated some of the best sprinters in the World during the Tour of Chongming Island. The talented Belarusian couldn't race for almost 2 years due to the impact of sanctions. She worked hard domestically with some great results and now also proved her strength abroad. In this interview she looks back at what she achieved and what she would like to achieve more.
You won a stage in China against some of the best riders in the world. How did you experience these 3 days?
First of all it was exciting to start racing again, because my last international race was in Turkey in February 2022, I haven't competed at this level for almost 2 years. during this time I worked hard to reach the level I am at. and the moment when I was able to win the stage and wear the yellow jersey was even more exciting. I wanted to keep at least a place in the top three GCs. a lot of things didn't work out on the third day, but I'm glad that I was able to try my chance in such a difficult time for our country and for me personally.
You have been successful in track cycling as well. Which is more preferable for you - track or road?
I love both and try to combine them well.
What are your ambitions in the sport?
First of all I want to find a team that would help me to realize myself, and to compete on the international scene again. Since I compete on both track and road I would like to develop in these directions.
How do you evaluate the past year?
This year I managed to improve the record of Belarus on the track in individual pursuit, in team pursuit, I became the champion of Belarus on the track and on the road, and at the end of the year I was able to perform very successfully in China. having no other opportunities, I was able to realize 90% of my plans and win many races in which I had the opportunity to participate.
What brought you into cycling?
A coach came to the school where I was studying to recruit children for cycling, that's how I started my career when I was 11 years old.
You are an example for young Belarusian girls who also want to become successful cyclists. Which advice would you give them?
I would advise them to learn to be disciplined and to enjoy themselves. Our people are very hardworking, so even those athletes who don't have a lot of talent can achieve high results by their hard work.
What are your main interests outside of cycling?
I love music, I love being outdoors, spending time with my family and loved ones.
How has sport changed you as a person?
Sport has taught me patience, hard work, discipline, hardened my character, taught me loyalty, patriotism.
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