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Nov 23, 2024 | 12:25 AM EST
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Can the skiing world adapt to climate challenges, or are we witnessing the end of winter sports?
As winter rolls in, those who are intimidated by cold are wrapping up in blankets, and at the same time, skiers are facing a tough start to the season. With unpredictable weather conditions and a series of cancelations, including key Ski World Cup events, it’s been a rough patch. From the FIS Ski World Cup venues to the Stubai Ski World Cup, the snow-loving community has been hit with some tough blows. The much-anticipated Slopestyle season opener, returning to Stubai for its eighth edition, promised thrilling action at the world-famous Stubai Zoo Snowpark.
However, with a mixed bag of weather looming—snow, sun, wind, calm, fog, and clear skies—it’s no surprise that the schedule had to be revamped for the week’s competition. Just when things seemed uncertain, with the cancellation of both the women’s and men’s qualifications for the FIS Freeski Slopestyle World Cup 2024/25, the snow gods have smiled down upon the event. A new update has emerged, reigniting hope and excitement for skiers and fans alike.
The US Ski Team’s Instagram account recently took to their stories to share a fresh update about the Stubai Ski World Cup, and it’s good news for ski fans! After some unpredictable weather kept everyone anxious, the competition is back on, though with a revised schedule to match the ever-changing conditions. For the men, qualifications will kick off bright and early at 3:00 AM ET on November 23rd, with the finals set to follow at 5:30 AM ET on the same day—an action-packed morning, for sure.
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As for the women, there’s a twist—no qualifications needed here. They’ll head straight to the finals, with the big event happening at 7:45 AM ET on November 23rd. A shift in plans, but one that keeps the excitement alive as the world’s best freeskiers charge ahead into a day full of thrilling runs.
Can the skiing world adapt to climate challenges, or are we witnessing the end of winter sports?
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The women’s competition at the Stubai Ski World Cup is shaping up to be a thrilling ride, with Mathilde Gremaud leading the charge. The Swiss star, who dominated the 2023/24 season with a triple crystal globe, comes in hot after winning Big Air Chur in October. Right behind her is France’s Tess Ledeux, a slopestyle legend with 11 World Cup wins and last season’s back-to-back victories. Also making waves is 17-year-old Flora Tabanelli, fresh off a Big Air Chur runner-up and a gold at the 2024 Youth Olympics, along with Germany’s Muriel Mohr.
Estonia’s Kelly Sildaru, the most decorated female skier in X Games history, is also one to watch, while Swiss Olympic gold medalist Sarah Hoefflin continues to be a top contender. With 29 skiers from 13 countries, the women’s event at Stubai is set to be action-packed. On the flip side, the FIS Ski World Cup has faced its own share of twists and turns!
Yes, you heard it right! Just earlier this month, with only two weeks left before the FIS Ski World Cup at Gurgl, a climate crisis was on the verge of canceling the event unless conditions took a turn for the better. It’s always a race against time when weather plays a part, and the clock was ticking as the stakes got higher.
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has a meticulous process for picking venues, usually months in advance, but they also perform something called ‘snow control’ a week before the event. Much like the Paris Olympic authorities checking the Seine’s water quality, FIS ensures the slopes are ready for the high-speed action that events like the slalom demand. That week, the snow check at Levi in Finland went smoothly, with the venue meeting the 60 cm (24 inches) minimum requirement for snow coverage. Things were looking positive for the November 16-17 event, with snow levels expected to improve further.
However, the situation at Gurgl was much more uncertain. Despite the looming threat of a climate crisis potentially canceling the race, the FIS managed to make it work. In the end, the FIS Ski World Cup proceeded as planned, and the athletes were able to compete in the face of the challenging weather conditions, proving once again that the show must go on–no matter what nature throws at it!
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