When you back off, it's easier to do mistakes. For me it's better to ski fast.

There's so many guys skiing so fast right now that you really have to be willing to take a lot of risks if you want to give yourself a chance to win. I'm prepared to do it; it's just a matter of if I can make it work.

Despite all the pressure and the caliber of accomplishment, I still can honestly say that it's not all about winning.

People in the U.S. will watch anything if it's put in front of their face over and over again. I like to see what's possible, more than anything.

Sometimes I'm disciplined, but I like to be a total slacker, too. I party hard, but I train hard.

I really am a thinker. I don't do things rash. I know some of the things I've said or the way I act seem rash. But I do take ownership of it. I don't say things I don't mean.

The best way to protect your own freedom is to watch everybody else's back. That's the essence of community.