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Claudia Pechstein named German speed skating allround national team coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:33 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Claudia Pechstein named German speed skating allround national team coach

Summary

Claudia Pechstein has been appointed as the national team coach for Germany's allround speed skating team, according to the governing body DESG. Previously serving in an interim role, Pechstein's new appointment is permanent. The 54-year-old has an extensive career, having competed at eight Winter Olympics and won nine medals. She also holds a coaching diploma from the Coaching Academy of the German Olympic Sports Confederation. Pechstein assumes the role following the departure of Mike Hall, who moved to the training centre in Inzell. Additionally, Pawel Abratkiewicz is now the national team coach for the sprint events.

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•Claudia Pechstein appointed as national team coach for allround speed skating
•Pechstein won nine Olympic medals throughout her career
•She previously acted as interim coach before the permanent appointment
•Mike Hall has taken over coaching at the Inzell training centre
•Pawel Abratkiewicz appointed for sprint events coaching

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2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Pechstein appointed German speed skating allround national team coach

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Claudia Pechstein, whose nine medals are Germany's most for a Winter Olympian, has been appointed national team coach for the allround speed skating team. The governing body DESG said on Sunday that Pechstein now has the job on a permanent basis after previously acting on an interim basis.
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