Characteristic Picture: Sylvester- Davik and Bakkevig. Supplied by Matt Garcka
On this particular episode of the Snowboarding is Believing podcast, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka welcomed two of the brightest younger ski racers on the World Cup circuit, Madeleine Sylvester-Davik and Rasmus Bakkevig.
Firstly, Matt, Alan, Madeleine, and Rasmus chatted concerning the spectacular seasons that the Norwegian couple have each simply loved, each scoring their first World Cup factors, the truth is, each within the high twenty.
Bakkevig mentioned his unimaginable breakthrough in 2025. Having been racing FIS occasions till the brand new yr earlier than he hit the Europa Cup podium and gained as nicely in Turnau, Austria. He then took a World Junior Championship silver in Tarvisio and scored his first WC factors on a magical day in Hafjell on residence snow.
Madeleine and Rasmus each spoke concerning the excessive energy and depth of the Norwegian tech workforce, notably with the following era. The mix of expertise and youth is spectacular inside Norway at the moment, with the management of extra senior and profitable members of the workforce.
Matt additionally requested about their aspirations for the upcoming season, the place they each are hoping for extra World Cup alternatives and are doubtlessly aiming for a spot within the residence World Cup finals in Hafjell subsequent March.
We additionally completed with a {couples} quick-fire particular the place Matt and Alan requested them questions on who is healthier at sure issues, for instance, greatest big slalom racer and greatest cook dinner. You may hear what Madeleine and Rasmus needed to say about one another.
Ski Racing Media brings you this episode of the Snowboarding is Believing podcast. Subsequent week, be a part of Matt and Alan for an additional episode of the summer season sequence. Observe the podcast all through the low season on Instagram and YouTube at @skiingisbelievingpodcast. Be at liberty to succeed in out to Matt and Alan with suggestions, recommendation, or any questions at any time utilizing [email protected]. Let Matt and Alan know what episode you’d like to listen to subsequent in the summertime sequence.
