LISTEN | "Võimla" asked: what has been the biggest experience of the winter Olympics so far?
A discussion on the disappointing performance of Estonia's athletes in the Winter Olympics and a querying of the audience about their memorable experiences.
As the Winter Olympics nears its end, Estonia's team has faced more disappointments than successes, leading to a deep dive into the reasons behind this trend. Tarmo Tiisler and Juhan Kilumets engaged in a conversation on the "Võimla" program, examining the various missteps and failures experienced by the athletes so far. The discussion also featured contributions from Olympic reporters Johannes Vedru and Ivar Lepik, who illuminated the challenges faced by the team.
One of the main highlights of the discussion centered on the underwhelming performance of key athletes, such as speed skater Marten Liiv, who failed to reach the top ten, as well as a lack of satisfactory results from the biathletes. The conversation raised questions about the overall strategy and support for the Estonian athletes, prompting a search for potential new stars who could redeem the team's spirit and performance before the games conclude.
In an interactive segment, the hosts invited listeners to share their most memorable moments from the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, aiming to create engagement with the audience and reflect on the broader significance of the event, regardless of Estonia's challenges. This exchange highlights the importance of national pride and community support in sports, especially during such an esteemed international competition.