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5. What was the scariest/most difficult thing you ever had to face in this sport and how<br />
did you overcome it?<br />
A: It is actually very scary everyday to go out there and try hard and new tricks. I play<br />
with the fear and I overcome it slowly with prudence and courage.<br />
6. What is the funniest/weirdest thing that has happened to you whilst doing this sport<br />
professionally?<br />
A: Funniest was to be practicing back stage for a show at the Laureus in Abu Dhabi and<br />
meet Morgan Freeman. He came up to me, cause as it seemed, he likes BMX Flatland and<br />
it felt as if I knew him from always. He is an amazing person and if God has someone who<br />
might look alike it is definitely Morgan Freeman!<br />
Weirdest must be that time when a fan came up to me, while practicing outside of my hotel<br />
in Shanghai, and went on how much he loved me and looked up to me, only later finding<br />
out that he thought I was Danny McKascill!! :p (LOL) I hope he didn’t get too disappointed..<br />
hehe.<br />
7. Have you ever had a serious injury from this sport?<br />
A: Fortunately no! However, every Flatland rider will go through mental breakdowns from<br />
time to time, due to the pressure of being original and progressing with new tricks infor<br />
bigger competitions, as well as to represent sponsors. Other than that, I have dislocated<br />
my right shoulder, suffered a tennis elbow/tendinitis for a longer period, suffered from<br />
low-back problems, and minor knee problems with the inner liquids. I feel blessed for all<br />
of this, as it makes you who you are, stronger, as well as learning from mistakes that<br />
later gives you the experience of total control and manoeuvre. This goes for multiple<br />
disciplines and other occupational choices.
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