[After the race, Maier praised the skier he had passed on the career list, Alberto Tomba of Italy.] He was a great skier, ... He was a perfect skier.

Coming into the race I really had no idea how I would do and I certainly never thought that I could win again on such a difficult course.

To be on the podium is already a big achievement. But it's incredible to win this race.

It was necessary to organize my career to remain at the top level until Salt Lake City.

As the time goes by, you change, your learn new things, your attitude is different. For the moment, I'm still enjoying ski racing so much that it would be difficult for me to think about ending my career.

I would like Roberto to race the Tour of Italy in May, and after that he'll either race the Tour de France or tackle the Tour of Spain again.