Alpine Skiing 13 February

Bakuriani 2025 EYOF: Alpine Skiing Boys’ Slalom Overview

The Alpine Skiing competition at the Bakuriani 2025 European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) kicked off with an exciting Boys’ Slalom event on Thursday, 13 February 2025. With 92 competitors representing 36 National Olympic Committees (NOCs), the atmosphere was buzzing as athletes took to the slopes on the Bakuriani Alpine Skiing Course.

As the first run unfolded, Storm Andre Hagen from Norway took the lead with an impressive time of 45.48 seconds. Just behind him was his fellow countryman, Elias Hartford Kvael, clocking in at 45.64 seconds. The Spanish competitor Luken Garitano Iturbe followed closely with a time of 46.06 seconds. The British duo of Zak and Freddy Carrick-Smith also made their mark, finishing fourth and fifth respectively, showcasing the talent emerging from the UK.

The second run saw a shift in dynamics. Hagen maintained his lead, completing the second run in 46.31 seconds, securing his overall victory with a combined time of 1:31.79. Luke Garitano Iturbe’s solid performance in both runs earned him a second-place finish, while Zak Carrick-Smith’s consistency placed him third overall.

As the dust settles on this exciting day of Alpine Skiing, the athletes can take pride in their performances, and the competition will continue to build as the EYOF progresses. The future of winter sports looks bright with such promising talent on display in Bakuriani!

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