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Benjamin Boukpeti Biography

Olympic athlete

Benjamin Boukpeti is a renowned Olympic athlete, born on August 4, 1981. He has achieved significant success in the snowboarding discipline, representing Germany in numerous international competitions.

World I Can Sports Waiting Events Calm Athlete Focused

Author:Benjamin Boukpeti

“At the Cardiff World Cup I really would like to make the final. The favorites are still Peter, Daniele or Vavra, but I will try to do my best in order to be closest as possible to these athletes.”

World Trying Stills Order Finals Athlete Cups Peter Closest World Cup Cardiff

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“Pre-season was very challenging with the African Championships on my continent. Unfortunately, I failed to qualify for the Games there. It was an emotional moment for me due to the context, but I quickly accepted the result as evidence of what my preparation has been the past 3 years.”

Years Has Beens Moments Past Games Challenges Results Emotional Evidence Seasons Athlete Dues Accepted Preparation Continents Championship Pre Season

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“Being the first Olympic medallist of my country means that I have some obligations and it was a very tough job for me to resume a proper training schedule due to the (new) status I have in my country.”

Firsts Mean Country Jobs Training Tough Athlete Dues Obligation Schedules Resumes Proper Training

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“Despite my inability to qualify to qualify in South Africa, I did really appreciate the support I got from the IOC particularly the Olympic Solidarity, members of the ICF, my own National Olympic Committee, friends and athletes from the Slalom Community. When I got the wild card, it was the cherry on the cake that I could not have imagined. It was much more than I expected for myself.”

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“I'm also conscious of what this confidence that has been placed in me means. I'm going to the Games through the back door but I'm working everyday to exit through the main door!”

Mean Has Beens Games Doors Conscious Everyday Athlete Exit Back Doors

Author:Benjamin Boukpeti

About the Author

Born: August 4, 1981
Known for: Olympic athlete
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