GoldBetty HEIDLER, GER
I enjoy this feeling now. It is very nice to be the first in the world. Before the final, I was not too nervous, I wanted to have fun and enjoy the atmosphere and - of course - throw far. After my second attempt, I thought 'Oh, this is enough for a medal.' And I was really pleased. After the fifth and sixth attempt, I was afraid to lose my gold medal, very nervous - I trembled. But nevertheless, I am the winner now. After Yipsi's last throw I thought for a tiny moment 'Oh, I am only second now.' But then, with the official result, I was relieved. I still cannot realize it. It is kind of strange. This year, before coming here, I had not won an international competition! I knew it would be a suspenseful competition - and I was right. I always compete with five mascots. What will change now? A lot of people will call me and write to me, but I will stay the same person.
Silver - Yipsi MORENO, CUB
I m crying, only two centimetres. I tried my best, not enough. I was thinking that last throw would be enough to win. But it was not. I'm disappointed, because I was so close to gold. Technically I knew I can do 75 metres, it just did not work out. I do not have really any explanation why. But let's put this behind and concentrate at future events.
Bronze - Wenxiu ZHANG, CHN
I'm proud to bring China its first medal of the championships. Coming into competition, I didn't think about a medal but just try to do my best. It's the fourth time I take part in the World Championships, so I have a lot of experience and knew how to stay in control. It is really a confidence booster for next year's Olympic Games at home.
