The duo visited SVT's Morgonstudion on Thursday - Ståhl on site and Hafsteinsson via link - and talked about why the Swedish discus giant from Solna should break the world record in the future.
- Daniel was born quite big.
He has long arms, over two meters long, weighs a lot and is strong as an ox.
At the same time, he is very soft in the body, almost like a big ballerina in the ring, says Vesteinn Hafsteinsson.
- His body is perfect for being able to throw discus very far.
Therefore, I think he has the big throw left, the coach continues.
Daniel Ståhl has thrown the longest in the world this year, 69.71 and is going to the Olympics in Tokyo as a big gold favorite.
At the same time, the pursuit of the world record is constantly present.
German Jürgen Schült's record throw of 74.08 has stood since 1986 and even though Ståhl says that he "is very close" right now, both he and coach Vesteinn Hafsteinsson emphasize the importance of patience and discipline.
- I think there is an opportunity to throw so far, but it is as we usually say;
it's not like ordering a pizza, says Hafsteinsson.
Steel:
- I think I can do it, it's just a matter of having the right conditions.
Just scoop and give the iron, and do not give up.
There are many who do it nowadays.
Just follow the discipline and scoop up.