The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina are in full swing, with Croatia looking to its skiing talents for potential medal prospects. Ivica Kostelić, a renowned Croatian skier, spoke about the current form and struggles of athletes like Zrinka Ljutić, who won the Small Crystal Globe in slalom last season but is now facing difficulties. Kostelić noted that while he has not been in close contact with the team, he understands they are testing new equipment and have changed their service technician, thus he refrains from making any firm conclusions about their performance.

Kostelić also analyzed the situation of another Croatian skier, Filip Zubčić, who appears to be struggling with his form. He expressed regret that Zubčić has not focused solely on speed disciplines, considering he has the potential to excel in them. Kostelić emphasized the importance of results as a culmination of hard work and encouraged Zubčić to create a mini training cycle that includes rest and fitness improvement before performing at the Olympics.

While the Croatian team faces challenges, Kostelić remains optimistic about their capabilities. He mentioned the importance of being at one's best on the day of competition and the impact of the recent changes within the team on their preparation. The insights from Kostelić reflect both the pressures athletes face and the camaraderie within the ski community as they prepare for one of the most significant events in the winter sports calendar.