Russian cross-country skier Veronika Stepanova has been heavily criticized after repeatedly expressing support for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Norwegian skier Emil Iversen is one who has repeatedly condemned Stepanova - and now the Russian is responding to the criticism again. - You only believe in what the media wants to make them believe, she says on Instagram.
- We just hope they do not know what is really happening.
If they knew, they would have chosen a different path, says Iversen in the Norwegian media.
On Instagram, Stepanova is now responding with a new proposal against Iversen, whom she calls her "favorite opponent".
Hear Stepanova's answer in the clip above.