The many-time World Champion Marit Bjorgen got a refuse from Justine Kowalczyk for her offer to train together.

“It would be very exciting, she is one of the best skiers in the world, so it would be useful to watch her training”.- says Marit about her request.

- How do you feel after hearing the answer “No”?
- It is rather unexpected. I’m very interested in how do other athletes train, as it seems to be a possibility for me to learn something new.
- Do you plan to invite her to Norway?
- It is possible, but it depends on her.

And here is the explanation of Justine Kowalczyk of her refuse:
“I don’t know, I just don’t want to try. I like training alone”.

Source: Press Office of the Russian Ski Association, sports.ru