Andersson superior - new victory
Photo: Lindsey Wasson/AP/TT

Andersson superior - new victory in the Canoe World Cup

Canoeist Melina Andersson continues to dominate the Canoe World Cup at the 5,000-meter distance. Last weekend she won in Szeged, Hungary. Now she has claimed another convincing victory in Brandenburg.

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The Bråviken canoeist finished a full 26 seconds ahead of runner-up Hungarian Emese Kohalmi.

The Swede took control of the race from the first portage, and the lead gradually grew with each lap and portage.

Andersson once again showed her dominance in the long races, not least at the portages, where her technique is world-class. With smooth exits from the canoe, fast running and safe re-entries, she repeatedly created gaps between herself and the rest of the field. Combined with impressive endurance and the ability to maintain a high speed while leading alone, it was a show from start to finish.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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