Viking Magazine - January 2018 - 46
Q&A
Bright Young Star
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Meet Norway's new track and fi eld powerhouse,
Karsten Warholm. BY KELLY ALLEN
ailing from Ulsteinvik, Norway, track and fi eld star Karsten
Warholm has always been a talented athlete. After success
on the youth competition circuit and setting junior records, he is
now showcasing his talents on a world stage. In the Rio Olympics,
Warholm set the national record and reached the semi-fi nals. In 2017,
he won gold at the IAAF World Championships in the 400-meter
hurdles, defeating the reigning Olympic champion. Warholm is excited
for the upcoming Bislett Games held in Norway and the European
Athletics Championships Berlin 2018. Viking recently caught up with
the athlete.
Q What was going through
your mind in the moments
following your victory in the
400-meter hurdles at the 2017
IAAF World Championships?
A I didn't realize what was
happening. I think my face when
I crossed the line speaks for itself.
After that, I was just very happy.
Q Your reaction to becoming
a world champion went viral.
How has life changed since
your win?
A My life has certainly changed.
Now, more people, especially in
Norway, know who I am. So far
it's only positive energy, and I love
this journey. It gives me a lot of
joy and memories.
Q What do you enjoy most
about being a track and fi eld
athlete?
A What I like the most is the
joy I get when I manage to do
something I have never done
before. I love trying new things,
and there are so many challenges
waiting for me in track.
Q How do you prepare for
a race?
A I prepare with a lot of sleep,
some great laughs with my
coach, and of course, at lot of
training during winter season.
It is important to be relaxed the
days before the race to
save energy.
Q What do you enjoy doing
when you're not training or
competing?
A I love being with friends and
family, relaxing with good food -
salmon with potatoes or pasta -
and a lot of laughter. I also like to
go home to Ulsteinvik and fi nd
some peace and quiet there.
Q What advice do you have
for young athletes who aspire
to compete at a professional
level?
A I think the most important
thing is to like what you are
doing, try to live a healthy and
normal life, and of course, train
a lot. If you like what you do,
you don't need to work a day in
your life.
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Q What is one of your favorite
memories from growing up
in Ulsteinvik, Norway?
A I have many great memories,
but I loved riding my bike to
school and playing with friends.
Q What are some of your
favorite places to visit in
Norway?
A I love Ulsteinvik and Sandane,
where our cabin is. These are
quiet and calm places with great
mountains and views. They're
perfect places to be anonymous
and fi nd peace.
Q How does it feel to
represent Norway when you
compete?
A I love representing my
country, and when people in
Norway are being so nice to
me, it feels even better to give
something back. I think identity
is very important, and we are
good at that in Norway.
Name:
Karsten Warholm
Age: 21
Hometown:
Ulsteinvik, Norway
Instagram:
@kwarholm
PHOTO BY HUMBERSETFOTO
http://www.sonsofnorway.com
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