Matt Weston Sets His Sights on World Championship Glory

Great Britain’s Matt Weston has his “eye on the top step” of the podium as he prepares for the Skeleton World Championships, commencing this Thursday in Lake Placid, USA. With a clear vision and determination, Weston is focused on achieving his main goal: winning the World Championships.

Goals for the Season

“I set myself two goals this year – win the World Cup overall again, which I have managed to do, and win the World Championships, so that’s the main goal,” Weston stated confidently. His commitment to excellence is evident as he gears up for this prestigious event.

The Challenge of Lake Placid

This year’s track in Lake Placid presents a unique challenge. “This track is really tough, really technical and [you need] consistency – not only over four runs but over two days where you could be in a good position after day one and then for some people the pressure might get to you to go and perform the next day,” he explained. The mental and physical demands of the sport are significant, and Weston is prepared to face them head-on.

Looking Ahead to the Winter Olympics

While Weston is focused on his performance this week, he is also keeping an eye on the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina next February. “We are practising things in preparation for Milan – how we work with coaches, equipment, personal things for me like how to get my headspace in the right place for racing, how do I overcome this problem, that problem,” he shared. The dual focus on immediate competition and long-term goals is crucial for his success.

Nervous Yet Excited

With less than a year until the Winter Olympics, Weston admits that the timeline adds a layer of pressure. “The fact that it’s less than a year to go kind of makes you a bit nervous as well but very excited,” he said. This excitement fuels his training and competitive spirit as he strives for excellence.

Making History in Skeleton

Weston has already made a name for himself in the sport, becoming the first British male to win back-to-back World Cup titles and the third overall to achieve this feat, following legends Alex Coomber (2000, 2001, and 2002) and Kristan Bromley (2004 and 2008). “For me personally, it’s pretty crazy to think I’m writing history. It doesn’t really sink in at the moment because the sport is so compact over six months, you’re very much almost week-in, week-out, day-to-day, I’ve got this new goal to hit, I’ve got this new target to try and achieve,” he reflected.

Conclusion: Aiming for the Top

As the Skeleton World Championships approach, all eyes will be on Matt Weston. His dedication, preparation, and ambition to win are sure to make this event one to watch. For more insights on Weston’s journey and the World Championships, check out the original article.