Imane Merga

"Training has been going very well. I feel very strong, very confident and I’m very motivated to do my best to defend the title I won in Punta Umbria two years ago"

"Last summer was a disappointment. I had some slight injuries in July and lost my chance to go to the Olympics, but since November I have been steadily improving"

"There is no need to worry. I had been training really hard in February and even did a tough session the day before the race. I just felt tired"

"I have been training hard after the track campaign and this proves that I have recovered well"

"My aim this season is to defend my title in the World Cross and win a medal in Moscow"