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Weather Delays Women's Big Air Freestyle Skiing at Winter Olympics
A snowstorm delayed the final by 75 minutes as crews cleared the course to ensure athlete safety at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
- On Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, the women's freeski big air final at Livigno Snow Park was put on hold as the 7:30 p.m. start did not happen, due to weather conditions, organizers said.
- A sudden snowstorm and strong wind made conditions unsafe, prompting a delay while course crews used shovels and portable snowblowers to clear the ramp at Livigno Snow Park.
- Two-Time slopestyle champion Mathilde Gremaud was stretchered off after injuring her hip in training before the final Monday, while on Sunday, Finnish teenage skier Elias Lajunen crashed hard in qualifying and medics and broadcasters responded swiftly.
- Organizers initially said the competition would not begin until at least 9 p.m. local, but the final eventually started around 8:45 p.m. local.
- With athletes facing tight schedules, the delay could disadvantage competitors like Lu, as the 55-metre jump on a 170-metre structure underscores the event's physical demands.
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Big air final delayed as snow storm causes havoc
A blizzard and strong winds causes the women’s big air final to be delayed.
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Snow Delays Winter Olympics Women's Big Air Final | Science-Environment
Snow Delays Winter Olympics Women's Big Air Final The highly anticipated women's big air final at the Winter Olympics faced a significant delay on Monday, lasting more than an hour, due to snow and wind conditions in Livigno, Italy. Originally set for 1830 GMT, the event was rescheduled to 1945 GMT, as confirmed by the event organizers.China's standout athlete, Eileen Gu, a favorite to clinch the gold medal again, was poised at the top of the 55…
·India
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