Athlete Gayane Chiloyan is only 15-year-old. She is the youngest member of Armenian Olympic team.
At the tournament in Artashat she won a quota to Rio-2016, where she will compete in 200m running. Mediamax Sport presents the interview with Gayane.
- Gayane, you’re only 15, but you will take part in the Olympic Games already. Our readers don’t know you well. Could you tell about yourself?
- I completed the 9th grade this year. I manage to combine education and training, even though it’s a bit difficult sometimes. I won an Olympic quota on the day after my graduation ceremony.
- How did you win it?
- I think I trained well. Besides, I was inspired when Levon, Amalia and Diana from our team won quotas. I followed their example and ran fast.
- How did you get into athletics?
- I ran a lot in the streets, I was an active child. My aunt used to do athletics and took me to a training. When I came to the stadium and began running, I outran everyone. I joined the team, and I loved athletics instantly.
- Did you expect to win an Olympic quota?
- To be honest, I did not. My coaches always believed I would take part in Olympics one day, but we didn’t expect it to happen this year. It’s a great achievement for me in my age. We all understand that I cannot compete for a place in top three in Rio, but I will try my best to make my coaches proud.
- Which Armenian athlete inspired you the most?
- Robert Emmiyan. He registered wonderful results, became a champion and record-holder.
- Whom do you call first after performance?
- My coach. I always get good advice and help.
- What is your favourite film genre?
- Horror and sport-themed. I especially like Fast Girls film.
- Gayane, finish the sentences. Going to Olympics at a young age is…
- A great success.
- Athletics is a sport that…
- Should be understood and loved.
- I succeeded because…
- I trained very-very much.
Gohar Nalbandyan talked to Gayane Chiloyan
Photos by Emin Aristakesyan
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