We dare to predict: South Tyrol will win these 4 medals!

Finally the wait is over! The Olympic Games in Beijing will be ceremoniously opened on Friday. Already on the first weekend, a number of big decisions are made, such as the men's descent, which takes place on Sunday night. But who will return home as a glorious Olympic hero? SportNews dare to predict! Dorothea Wierer Overall World Cup, world championship title, home race in Antholz – Dorothea Wierer has won pretty much everything a biathlete can win. What is missing is an individual medal at the Olympic Games. The 31-year-old recently found the right form for this. After a difficult start to the season, things have improved rapidly in the last few weeks, with... first win of the season in the Antholz mass start was the crowning glory. Even though some top athletes were missing here, it was clear that the racer was once again fully involved in the concert of the big boys.

Dorothea Wierer has a chance of winning a medal in every discipline.

Wierer has a chance of winning a medal in every discipline in Beijing. But especially in the mass start, because that suits her a lot this year. She came first and fourth in the two World Cup races and leads the standings, and she also won her first world championship title in this spectacular woman-on-woman format in 2019. What you also have in your cards: This competition is the last biathlon race in Beijing. So Wierer will have at least gotten used to the bitter cold (we're talking about temperatures below 20 degrees below zero).

The SportNews -Tip: The top favorites are others, such as the Öberg sisters or Marte Olsbu Røiseland. But Wierer will put her stamp on what will probably be her last Olympic Games and in the Mass start (February 19) the silver medal fetch! dominik paris The Ultner ski star is similar to Wierer. Paris has already won everywhere, only the Olympics have been enchanted so far. In 2010 in Vancouver, the now 32-year-old was still a greenhorn, in 2014 in Sochi he was troubled by a muscle injury, and in 2018 in Pyeongchang he was very unlucky when he finished fourth in the downhill. Will you get your first medal at the most important winter sports event in the world? We dare to say: Yes!

Ski star Dominik Paris wants to know in Beijing. © APA / EXPA/JOHANN GRODER

The conditions suit “Domme” because the slopes in Beijing – in contrast to Pyeongchang – are the type where you really have to overcome yourself. Its characteristics are similar to the Birds of Prey in Beaver Creek, and the snow is very cold and icy - that's Paris. But: The wind can cause a lottery on the slope in Yanqing, which is hosting a race for the first time ever, This became clear in the training .

The SportNews -Tip: Paris is in form and has temporarily led the downhill rankings this year. Even though he recently had two unfortunate appearances in Kitzbühel, he is one of the hottest things in Beijing. We say: Paris is catching up Bronze in the Departure , which takes place on Sunday night. Roland Fischller The 41-year-old parallel snowboarder is the absolute veteran in the Azzurri team. For the 6th time, the Villnößer will take part in the games with the five rings. He has so far been denied an Olympic medal. It is the only piece of jewelry that is still missing from his trophy collection. “Rolli” now wants to change that.

Ready for a medal: Roland Fiwickeler.

In any case, Firiegelr has everything he needs to finally break his Olympic ban. At 41 years old, he has accumulated a wealth of experience that is worth its weight in gold in difficult situations - and that you also need to cleverly rewind the 6 runs. But Filehner is still an exceptional figure in sports: this year he managed to reach the podium twice.

The SportNews -Tip: There are others who are favorites to win, especially the German Stefan Baumeister, who is outstanding this year. But Roland Filehner will fulfill his dream of winning a medal this year Bronze fetch! His parallel giant slalom takes place on February 8th. Omar Visintin Someone who may not be on your radar, but who is still a hot medal candidate, is Omar Visintin. He has been one of the best snowboard crossers for years and has even won the overall World Cup here. Preparation for the Olympics was bumpy because an elbow injury and surgery slowed him down. But: On his comeback in Cortina d'Ampezzo, he was promptly back at the forefront.

Insider tip: Omar Visintin.

Visintin's big advantage: He feels right at home on the track in Beijing. At the dress rehearsal in November last year, he raced onto the podium in second place. The Algunder is known as an all-or-nothing athlete, so he is always at risk of failure. Because the route at Secret Garden Resort is relatively wide, the risk is at least somewhat minimized.

And: Visintin has two promising medal chances. In addition to the individual competition (February 2th), he could also be used in the mixed team event (February 10th) - alongside Michela Moioli, the best snowboard crosser for years.

The SportNews -Tip: Visintin is certainly the riskiest medal tip. Nevertheless, we are convinced: The Algunder will write a heroic story in Beijing and either one Silver or bronze medal take it home! Who else is dangerous? In addition to these four athletes mentioned, there are numerous South Tyrolean athletes who can have a strong say in the fight for precious metal. One of them is Dominik Firiegeller, who is currently the best luger in the country. In 2018 he missed an Olympic medal in Pyeongchang by a paltry 2 thousandths of a second, this year he is daring to make a new attack - as long as Corona doesn't throw a spanner in the works. The single-seater competition takes place on Saturday and Sunday and will be extremely exciting - also because there is no clear favorite. Also the Team relay the South Tyrolean has a chance of winning precious metal on February 10th.

Dominik Filehner, luger and medal candidate.

Alpine skiing is certainly possible Alex Vinatzer to be expected. The man from Val Gardena has proven many times this season that he is one of the fastest runners in the world in slalom. However, “Vinnie” repeatedly revealed one shortcoming, namely: being able to consistently bring down two runs. Nevertheless, you have to have it on your bill on February 16th. Just like that Mixed relay in biathlon , which is not a top contender for the medal places. But if Dorothea Wierer, Lukas Hofer, Thomas Bormolini and Lisa Vittozzi have a great day, then there is precious metal in it too. This race will take place on Saturday.

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We dare to predict: South Tyrol will win these 4 medals!

28 South Tyroleans have been called up for the Olympic Games in Beijing - including some very hot medal candidates. SportNews dares to predict and says: The local athletes will return home with four precious metals.

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