Slovak biathlete star Anastasia Kuzmina finished her individual career after having crossed the finish line in 10th place in the mass start race at the World Cup finals in Holmenkollen, Norway, on Sunday. Daniel Kuzmin, Anastasia's husband and coach, noted that his wife had won almost everything in the biathlon, except for the 'big crystal globe' for the winner of the overall World Cup classification. "She was really close to the big globe - last year, and this year - but this doesn't dampen our joy," said Kuzmin.
Anastasia Kuzmina, who was born in Russia, notched up 18 victories on the top scene, including in three Olympic races and one world championship event. "Big dreams have come true, one of them was left - the big globe, which would even have tempted me to go for it next season, but no. Life and sport have taught me humility and to be happy with what I've achieved," added Kuzmina. However, as Kuzmina said for the public broadcaster RTVS she is considering helping her Slovak colleagues next year in the team, relay competitions.
