10.02.2024

Today's downhill cancelled

The wind (foehn) managed to get the better of the first European Cup downhill in Crans-Montana on Saturday. The Foehn wind is blowing above Crans-Montana. It was impossible to start the first Women's European Cup downhill race on the Mont Lachaux piste.

Gusts of 98 km/h were recorded at the top of the piste, with 68 km/h in the finish area. The race jury and organising committee had no choice but to cancel the competition. The decision was made 45 minutes before the first athlete was due to start.

However it has only been postponed. The women skiers have a busy programme in Crans-Montana on Sunday, with two downhill races scheduled.