How satisfied are you with your past season?

Looking back on the past season, it was very successful for me overall. I was able to achieve strong results right from the start of the Freeride World Tour and even took the overall lead at times. Unfortunately, I crashed in the last two competitions – but I'm still very happy with fourth place overall.

What was your personal highlight?

My personal goal was to get back on the podium – and I achieved that in Val Thorens. I came second there and landed the biggest and best 360 of my competition career so far in my run – an unforgettable moment for me.

Was there a race that didn't go as planned – and what did you learn from it?

The most emotionally difficult moment was definitely the final in Verbier. I fell on the very last jump of my run – just when I wanted to give it my all to maybe even win the world championship title. Looking back, I've learned to weigh up the risks better and to be aware of when it's really worth putting all your eggs in one basket.

How has your training changed compared to last season?

My preseason training has become much more intense. I place a lot of importance on preparing my body optimally for big and long jumps. I also worked with Stefan Häusl again – he was a great support as a contest coach and our collaboration worked really well.

Which slope or course was the biggest challenge for you this season and why?

Definitely the stop in Georgia. The conditions were extreme: temperatures as low as -25 degrees, difficult weather and multiple changes to the competition face. The snow was so cold that it was almost impossible to ride or land – extremely challenging. After an intense week of face checking, I crashed on my very first jump.

Which of your results are you particularly proud of – and why this one in particular?

On the one hand, of course, my second place in France, but also my run in Canada. There, I was able to do everything I had planned, skied with a lot of energy and felt completely at ease. Even though I ‘only’ came fourth, it was one of my best runs.

Do you have a strategy for dealing with pre-race nerves?

I try to make every competition day as similar as possible. The evening before, I check all my equipment again so that I can start the next day without any worries. When choosing my line, I make sure it suits my riding style – that gives me confidence and helps reduce my nerves.

To what extent have you tried new things this season?

This season, I made a conscious decision to try new jumps – with confidence and determination. I've now attempted jumps that I might have skipped in previous years – that was an important step for me.

How important was your family to you this season?

In freeriding, I am mostly on my own, as I don't belong to a fixed team. But my family is always there for me and supports me wherever they can. At events, the FWT is like a second family to me – the community is so strong and friendly, I would describe the entire starting field as my friends.

What would you say to yourself at the beginning of the season, knowing what you know now?

Stay true to yourself, trust in your preparation – and above all: enjoy every competition as intensely as possible!

What are your goals for next season – both athletically and personally?

The Freeride World Championships will be held for the first time next season – and of course I want to show what I'm capable of there. At the same time, I want to continue working on my style and interpret freeriding in a way that suits me. I also want to tackle film projects again – whether on a small scale for my YouTube channel or on a larger scale with a film project for the cinema.

In December, you suffered a medial collateral ligament and meniscus injury in your knee. How did you cope with that?

Yes, it put me out of action for about a month during the most important preparation phase. During that time, I focused entirely on my recovery and worked intensively on my strength at the Olympic Centre. In the end, it was a real last-minute comeback, but I was fit enough to ski again in time for the first FWT stop.