What is the best advice you have been given in your life?
“Do it for you, not for others.” It’s advice that’s been very helpful to me and has reminded me why I do what I do.
What is your favourite film and why?
Baby Driver. I like the story and the combination of action and music.
Tell me the album you could play on repeat?
Herz from Adrian Stern, probably because this was my first ever concert.
What is your greatest fear?
That something bad will happen to my loved ones.
Who would be at your dream dinner party?
Billie Jean King, Leonardo da Vinci, Yusra Mardini, Marie Curie.
What is the best meal you can cook?
A carrot cake typical from Aargau [a Canton in Switzerland]
Who is on your shooting Mount Rushmore?
Niccolo Campriani, Matthew Emmons, Sonja Pfeilschifter, Du Li.
If you could visit anywhere in the world where would it be and why?
I really loved my trip to South America. I’ve also been to Asia before but mostly for sporting events. So I’d love to see more of Southeast Asia.
What is your favourite food to snack on?
Chips
What actor would you like to play you in a movie about your life?
Kirsten Stewart, I guess. Margot Robbie, Alicia Vikander, Kaya Scodelario.
Aside from in shooting, what is your greatest achievement?
I speak six languages - German, Swiss German, French, English, Italian, Spanish.
What would you sing at karaoke?
Someone Like You by Adele, but do not expect too much!
What is your favourite sport aside from shooting?
I like to be on my road bike in summer and my cross-country skis in winter. I love to watch skiing or biathlon in winter. During the summer I prefer to be outside ;)
Do you have a secret skill?
I can take great naps pretty much everywhere.
If you could time travel, when would you time travel to?
To the moment right after I fired my last shot at the Olympics. So I could relive the excitement without having to experience the nervousness again.
What would you say to your younger self?
Things will be OK if you just follow your dreams and do the best every day.
What is the best gift you have ever received?
Probably my Olympic Gold medal if this even counts as a gift.
What is your favourite thing about yourself?
My optimism and joie de vivre.
What annoys you the most?
Injustice and prejudice.
Describe your perfect day
A healthy sleep-in, stressless breakfast with fresh, Swiss bread, some time outdoors to soak in nature, followed by some quality time with my best friends. If I can squeeze in some reading time even better, and I would finish the day with a nice dinner somewhere – ideally with some Italian food and good company.