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Pia Dahl Andersen and Nora Edlandt, members of the Norwegian national 49er FX sailing team, discuss their training regimen and competitive strategy ahead of the World Cup in Palma.Watch The duo spent the winter training in Sicily alongside international partners from Canada and Belgium, navigating variable wind conditions and occasional heavy weather.1:39 They emphasize the importance of consistent, long-term training blocks over short sessions to mitigate the risk of losing days to high winds.2:00 Having sailed together for 11 years, the pair highlights their progression from Optimist dinghies in Asker Seilforening to the 49er FX class, noting that their rapid development relied on training with established teams like Helene Næss and Marie Rønningen.15:52 Their current focus is on raising their performance floor to ensure more consistent results across all races.24:19 The team identifies the 2027 World Championship in Gdynia, Poland, as the critical event for securing a national qualification spot for the Los Angeles Olympics.22:19 They also address the financial challenges of elite campaigning, noting that they frequently prioritize purchasing necessary equipment despite lacking a guaranteed budget.28:56

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