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Dominating the Trail: Junior Champion Leonie Tetzner on Racing, Travel, and Winning in Alaska

March 27, 2026
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What does it take to become one of the most decorated junior mushers in the world? In this episode, we sit down with Leonie Tetzner, a 15-year-old musher from Germany who has built an impressive career racing in Alaska and beyond.

Leonie discusses the logistics of traveling internationally with over 30 sled dogs, the structure of her racing season, and what it means to compete in events like the Pedigree Stage Stop and North American Championship. She also shares how she manages school through online learning while spending months on the road, and how her family plays a central role in her success.

With multiple championship titles, track records, and years of experience already behind her, Leonie represents the next generation of elite mushers. This episode offers insight into the discipline, lifestyle, and global nature of modern dog-powered sports.