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Russians Dominate Opening Weekend of Rollerski World Cup

All eyes were likely on Brazil this past Sunday to watch the gut-wrenching World Cup soccer game between the U.S. and Portugal. However, FIFA was not the only organization to host a World Cup this weekend. The opening races of the International Ski Federation’s (FIS) Rollerski World Cup in Oroslavje, Croatia began June 20, and unlike the World Cup in Brazil the competition had few surprises.

Exclusive Interview: After Flagbearing, Frostbite, and Medals, Fak Finds Consistency on Biathlon’s World Cup Circuit

Despite an Olympic bronze medal and World Championships gold, Jakov Fak hadn't won a regular World Cup competition until this season. How things change. After four podiums, the Croatian-turned-Slovenian is ranked eighth overall. He talked to FasterSkier about the ups and downs of his sport, and how he still returns to his roots in Croatia to train and to "find peace."