"Skiing star Maria Riesch has found a new romantic interest"

In an unexpected turn of events, Olympic gold medallist Maria Riesch and Johann Schrempf, a seasoned operations manager on cruise ships, have found themselves in a romantic relationship. The couple, who have been together for about half a year, share a deep bond that transcends their age difference and the challenges posed by their careers.

Their friendship spanned over the years, and it was during this period that they discovered their shared love for sports, travel, and the mountains. However, their first joint ski holiday took an unexpected turn when Johann sustained an injury, tearing his cruciate ligament.

Johann's work as a traveling operations manager on various cruise ships often finds him in different time zones, a situation that Maria finds particularly difficult. The small window for communication due to these time differences is a challenge in their relationship, but they both remain resilient.

Maria, 40, was previously married to Marcus Höfl for 13 years. In her new life phase, she considers Johann, 65, the best companion. Johann's empathetic nature, wonderful hosting skills, and ability to cook well have endeared him to Maria.

Johann prioritizes Maria's well-being, a trait that was evident during her skiing accident. He also ensured that she was comfortable when she gave fitness courses on one of his ships.

The time zone difference, not the age difference, poses the biggest challenge in their love. Yet, they appreciate the similarities in each other, finding humour and shared interests a source of strength in their relationship.

The specifics of Johann's work vessel where he can regularly call Maria are not publicly disclosed. But one thing is certain: their love story is a testament to the power of friendship, shared interests, and mutual respect in navigating the complexities of modern relationships.