5 Questions with 2008 DH World Champ - Gee Atherto...
1) Waking up the morning of the Race, did you envision being the World Champ?
I did for sure yes. The world champs is such a prestigious title, everyone pushes that little bit harder for it. You have to really feel like you belong in the race to be able to win.
2) What was the last thing you thought about before leaving the Start House?
Just how good I look in a skin suit...
3) When you crossed the finish line, did you know you’d won?
Yeah but there is always that split second when you cross the line when you don’t know, and that is an incredible feeling, so much tension and build up, then as soon as you realize you've done it., it is a massive feeling of relief.
4) Do you have any superstitions before you race?
I used to have loads of them, but now its more just a case of having a routine because I know it works... although I never put my helmet on before I put my gloves on....
5) Who would you like to Thank?
I like to say thanks to all my sponsors who have been supporting me all year, and also the rest of the team. World champs is always a mega intense week, and I think it puts a lot of pressure on everyone, so a big thanks to the mechanics, Team manager Dan Brown and my Dad Simon who was out there with us. You guys were the s#%*!