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A beautiful champion
Yana Kirpichenko, 28, had her moment of glory during the winter of 2021 by becoming vice world relay champion, alongside her illustrious teammates Yulia Stupak, Tatiana Sorina and Natalia Nepryaeva.
The Russian cross-country skier, 60 World Cup starts, has several Top 10 finishes in her career. An excellent specialist in distance races, she was a teammate who could be counted on.
Since the departure ban imposed on Russians, Yana Kirpichenko married the founder Nikita Denisov. She then distinguished herself several times in national races.
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Retirement time
This morning, Yana Denisova announced her retirement via her Instagram account.
“It is time to say goodbye, after 22 years, to our beautiful ski family. I am grateful to all those who have trained and supported me since childhood and throughout this adventure.
Thank you also to the family, to the friends, who allowed me to realize all these trips and especially my dream. Believe in your children, your coaches and above all in yourself and never doubt your choice.”
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