Latvian short-tracker Krūzbergs expressed satisfaction with his 5th place finish at a recent event, which he regarded as the best performance of his career. Despite this, he mentioned feeling a slight disadvantage due to a knee injury sustained just two days prior in a collision with a Chinese athlete. His path to the finals was fraught with challenges, as he advanced past the quarter-finals based on a judge's decision, with two competitors disqualified, which opened the door for him to compete further.

In the semi-finals, Krūzbergs felt more comfortable and managed to finish in third place, allowing him to qualify for the finals. After the race, he commented on his efforts during the competition, noting that he executed the best performance he could given his physical condition. Nonetheless, he felt that the knee injury played a role in hindering his ability to compete for a higher ranking.

As he entered the finals, Krūzbergs had to pace himself carefully due to his injury. He searched for opportunities to overtake rivals and managed to briefly hold third place during the race. In the end, he missed medal contention by a fraction of a second. Looking ahead, his prospects in the ongoing Olympics remain uncertain as he plans to consult with the team's medical staff to assess his injury and determine the way forward in the competitions ahead.