Florida flyers Jackson and Bowe (USA) shine bright in Poland

Thriving under pressure

“(I felt) pressure in a good way,” Erin Jackson said after following up her maiden World Cup gold with a back-to-back win in the 500m on Saturday.

“When the pressure is not there I get a little too relaxed sometimes. With the added pressure (after Friday’s victory), I think it helps me skate my best.”

The 29-year-old former inline skater was paired with Nao Kodaira (JPN).

“It's something special to be able to skate side by side with her, someone I've looked up to since I started in the sport.”

Jackson’s admiration did not stand in the way of her ambition, however. The American opened in 10.37 seconds, taking an early lead over the Olympic Champion. Kodaira started from the outer lane but was not able to catch up on the backstretch.

Angelina Golikova (RUS) again had the fastest opener of the field in 10.34s. Adding a 27.28s full lap, she clocked 37.63s to take silver after Friday’s fourth place.

Canada’s Valérie Maltais, Ivanie Blondin and Isabelle Weidemann finished the day on a high note, winning the Women’s Team Pursuit in 3:00.28.