INTERVIEW WITH Markus Erlach

What city are you from?

Wels

Any children?

No

Pets?

Cats

What year did you try a jetski for the first time?

1992

Who taught you to ride?

I saw an article about jetskis in a motocross magazine

Who is/was your riding idol?

Chris MacClugage

What year did you start competing?

2000

What is the best city to compete in?

Dubai, UAE

What are the qualities of an ideal rider?

Never gives up

If you could change one thing in jetski competitions what would it be?

Tracks

How many jetskis did you sink?

0

If not jetskis what would you compete in?

Motocross

What do you like better, flat water or surf?

Surf

How many jetskis did you have during your career?

20

Would you like more powerful motor or more maneuverable jetski?

More maneuverable ski and no 4-stroke motors

Who else is allowed to ride your jetski?

Girlfriend and all of my friends

What was the worst moment of your career?

Losing European Championship and World Finals because of technical problems

Who is your biggest fan?

My girlfriend, Christina

Did you ever cry when you won?

No

Would you rather be 1st in front of no spectators or last in front of 10,000 spectators?

Last in front of 10,000 spectators

Would you like to compete more often and if yes, what is the main reason you don`t?

Lack of time