Schladming winner as an Austrian? “I would like the passport”

The moderators didn’t really know whether Norwegian is a joke or whether it is something that has been going on for a long time Flirting with red-white-red gets serious.

Tears of joy for the Norwegian

After extremely emotional victory in Schladming and many tears at the mouth of the icy Planai, one thing is clear: Kristoffersen really wants to become Austrian.

The Record holder in the night race (after success number 5) celebrated overall 34th World Cup victory left out. Much more relaxed than the first victory ever exactly twelve years ago, as well as in 2016, 2017 and 2020: “I can’t say that there were more emotions than at my wedding, but they are different, special emotions. I can say now: ‘Schladming is my house.’ The atmosphere and the fans are incredible every year.”

“Sure I would like to have the passport”

The Family man who lives with his wife in Ramsau and the second child is expected in June, explains: “I have lived in Austria for ten years, my first address was with the parents of ÖSV Alpine boss Christian Mitter in Ramsau.”

At the award ceremony, the 31-year-old, who now speaks German very well, made his wish official: “I would certainly like to have the passport. Let’s see what happens in the future.”

One was definitely planned long party night in the threshing floor. “My wife said you can come home in the morning.”

Then the preparation for the Olympics awaits – as a Norwegian.

By the way, Kristoffersen would also like to win medals for Austria. The 31-year-old announced up to Olympia 2030 wanting to drive. “This has been discussed with my wife.”