Interview Alina Lysenko

The UCI Track Champions League, didn't dissapoint this Winter. After 2 years without international racing, a top talent came back on the highest level and became the revelation of the competition. The 21 years old Alina Lysenko won the league and confirmed the talent that she showed before in the youth categories. The former junior worldchampion started her sports career ice skating and discovered cycling after that. The young Russian wants to keep improving in the coming years and dreams of the Olympics. Today, you can already step in on her journey and get to know her better in this chat.

You won the UCI Track Champions League this Winter. What did this mean for you?

It means a lot. It was my second international competition. And the first competition with such a busy program. It was a huge experience for me as a young rider.

What are your ambitions in track cycling?

It’s easy. I’d like to ride faster. I’d like to improve in many components and beat my personal records. It’s the only way to success. Of course, the Olympics is my biggest dream, but I follow my dream step by step and… we will see. Right now I’m just a rider with a few good races on a high level of competitions.

Would you like to race more on the road too?

No. I'm a track cyclist. No ambitions in the road races.

You did ice skating before. How did you discover cycling?

Our family is connected to cycling – for example, my father and brother. When I finished my career in figure skating I had a short break before cycling. But I guess it was in my DNA)

What are your interests outside cycling?

I like to post something to my Telegram-channel (https://t.me/alinalysenko). And I’m doing mosaics.

Which book or person did inspire you in the past?

There are a lot of examples which inspire me. But I follow my way.

What is your most beautiful memory in the sport so far?

The first victory in UCI Track Champions League

What can we wish for you for 2025?

I wish you, and your families health and happiness in 2025. new discoveries and the embodiment of your brightest ideas in real projects.

Short documentary about Alina : https://vk.com/video205449726_456239260