KHANTY-MANSIYSK, April 6, Alexander Govorov. Olympic champion in cross-country skiing, Sergei Ustyugov, in an interview with, admitted that the former coach of the Russian national team Markus Kramer, who continues to work with the athlete, sets him up for the 2026 Olympics in Italy.
This week Ustyugov will take part in the Yugra Ski Marathon, organized by Otkritie Bank. The 30-year-old has admitted several times this season that he is considering ending his career in cross-country skiing.
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"Let's finish this season first. Ahead of me is the Yugra ski marathon, then another 70 km marathon, but I hung on it. I probably won't go there. I want to go home to my family. Then I will think. At the same time, I already know the plan of the regional team, from what date and where the training camp begins. Marcus gave instructions on how much he should score during the offseason. He is interested in me running before the Olympics in Italy in 2026. His opinion is very important. He knows that I graduate every year. Of course, training is great, especially when there are no injuries and illnesses. And when you are over-motivated, sores come out and it becomes hard. But there is no such thing that I will throw my skis into a corner after the Yugra marathon,» said Ustyugov.