Tag: Winter Sports
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Lindsey Vonn Skips Final Lead-Up Race but Stays on Track for Milan-Cortina Olympics after Knee Crash
Vonn Skips World Cup Super-G After Rough Day on the Slopes In a setback ahead of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, Lindsey Vonn did not race in Saturday’s World Cup super-G after a scary crash that left her with a knee concern. Her coach confirmed to The Associated Press that while Vonn will not compete in…
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From frozen lakes to the Olympic stage: Maïa Schwinghammer’s road to Milano-Cortina
From a snowmobile in Saskatchewan to the Olympic dream Maïa Schwinghammer’s road to Milano-Cortina wasn’t paved with the usual Olympic fanfare. It began on a frozen Saskatchewan lake, behind a snowmobile and a tow rope, a scene that would plant the seed of a remarkable athletic journey. “I grew up here, in Saskatoon,” she recalls,…
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Figure Skaters Honor D.C. Crash Victims in Olympic Year: A Moment of Remembrance on Ice
In a year that promises heightened spotlight on grace and precision, a quiet but powerful tribute unfolded on the ice as figure skaters honored the victims of a devastating Washington, D.C. crash. The moment arrived during a season already charged with anticipation for the Olympics, turning the rink into a stage for remembrance as athletes…
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Kirsty Muir’s Courageous Comeback: A Personal Journey to Milano Cortina 2026
Beyond the Slopes: Kirsty Muir’s Emotional Comeback At 21, Kirsty Muir stands at the threshold of a milestone that combines national pride with deeply personal meaning. The Team GB freestyle skier is reopening a chapter in her career that many athletes fear to revisit: the comeback. Milano Cortina 2026 isn’t just another Olympic appearance for…
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Keep chasing your passions: Singapore’s alpine skier Faiz Basha heads to the Winter Olympics
Introduction: A historic moment for Singapore Singapore is poised to make a historic leap onto the Winter Olympic stage as Faiz Basha prepares to represent the nation in alpine skiing. Though he comes from a tropical country with no permanent snow, his journey embodies the power of perseverance, strategic planning, and a passion that refuses…
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Keep chasing your passions: Faiz Basha, Singapore’s first alpine skier, eyes the Winter Olympics
Breaking new ground for Singapore in alpine skiing In a nation better known for its urban skylines and tropical climate, a group of determined athletes is carving a new chapter in winter sports. Faiz Basha is set to become Singapore’s first alpine skier to compete at the Winter Olympics, a milestone that underscores a lifelong…
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Zoe Atkin wins X Games freeski halfpipe gold, Indra Brown takes silver at 2026 Aspen
Overview: A standout gold for Zoe Atkin Britain’s Zoe Atkin delivered a standout performance to win the women’s freeski halfpipe gold at the 2026 X Games Aspen. On a day that showcased rising talent and seasoned skill, Atkin broke into the 90s on her opening run and finished with a competition-high score of 94.66 points,…
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Zoe Atkin Secures Gold in X Games Aspen Freeski Halfpipe as Indra Brown Takes Silver
H2: Zoe Atkin Captures Gold in a Record-Breaking Freeski Halfpipe Final H2: A Stage Set for Young Talent and a Veteran Champion Britain’s Zoe Atkin delivered a standout performance to win the women’s freeski halfpipe gold at the 2026 X Games Aspen on Friday, January 23. Entering the competition with a mix of experience and…
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Maple Leafs Outdoor Practice Cancelled: Weekend Move Indoors Amid Record Cold
Cold-Weather Disruption Prompts Indoor Shift for Maple Leafs The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that their highly anticipated weekend outdoor practice at the Westway Outdoor Rink will be moved indoors due to extreme cold conditions. Originally scheduled to run from Saturday through Monday, the session will no longer take place on the outdoor ice as planned.…
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Jakuszyce Sparkles as Para Biathlon World Cup Concludes with 7.5km Sprint Races
Sunny finale in Jakuszyce: 7.5km sprint races signal the season’s end On a bright winter day in Jakuszyce, athletes gathered for the final sprint events of the IBU Para Biathlon World Cup. The 7.5-kilometer races unfolded on a fast, well-groomed course, inviting racers to push their limits as they chase crucial World Cup points and…