CLEAN : Olympics: Hirscher ready for giant slalom

The transcript covers the speaker's reflections on the current skiing season, highlighting the reduced pressure compared to past championships. It details the rigorous training and preparation undertaken, emphasizing various conditions and techniques. The speaker expresses respect for fellow skier Ted, noting his sportsmanship and influence on the sport. Finally, the unpredictability of weather conditions and its impact on skiing events is discussed.

How does the speaker feel about the pressure compared to previous championships?

• There is less pressure this year.

• The pressure is the same as before.

• There is more pressure this year.

• The pressure is overwhelming.

What kind of training conditions did the speaker mention?

• No specific conditions

• Both icy and soft conditions

• Only soft conditions

• Only icy conditions

What is the speaker's opinion about Ted?

• Ted is a brilliant skier.

• Ted is a beginner skier.

• Ted is a mediocre skier.

• Ted is an unknown skier.

What does the speaker say about the weather?

• The weather can be controlled.

• The weather is unpredictable.

• The weather is irrelevant.

• The weather is always sunny.

What is the speaker's approach to dealing with the weather?

• They can change it.

• They can only pray and wait.

• They ignore it.

• They have a weather machine.