Irineu Esteve

Irineu Esteve is an Andorran cross-country skier competing in international events including the Tour de Ski and selected for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics as part of Andorra's record seven-athlete delegation alongside Gina del Rio. Coverage highlights his results such as 116th in the Tour de Ski sprint qualifier, 39th in the 10km classic stage, and 74th in the pursuit before withdrawing due to physical challenges including hip recovery and overtraining energy deficits. Recent coverage notes his withdrawal from the Olympics, decided consensually with his team, and participation in the Andorran Ski Federation's partnership with Cellab for recovery treatments. Esteve competes with teammates like Joan Verdú and Cande Moreno.

Key Points

• Irineu Esteve is an Andorran cross-country skier competing in international events including the Tour de Ski and Winter Olympics.
• Coverage highlights Esteve as part of Andorra's record seven-athlete delegation to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics, including two cross-country skiers alongside Gina del Rio.
• Recent coverage notes Esteve's withdrawal from the Milan-Cortina Olympics and participation in Andorran Ski Federation's partnership with Cellab for recovery treatments.
• Esteve competes alongside teammates like Gina del Rio, Joan Verdú, and Cande Moreno under the Andorran Ski Federation and Olympic Committee.
• This Irineu Esteve refers to the Andorran cross-country skier, distinct from others by nationality and sport as covered in Olympic delegation stories.
• Esteve withdrew from Tour de Ski stages and the Olympics due to physical challenges including hip recovery and overtraining energy deficits.

Timeline

1. 2026-02-25

   Noted in Olympic Delegation Review

   Andorra's Olympic chief highlighted team unity amid Irineu Esteve's withdrawal and injuries to others, rating the delegation's performance 8/10.

   Andorra's Historic Winter Olympics Delegation Rated 8/10 by COA President
2. 2026-02-08

   Withdraws from Milan-Cortina Olympics

   Irineu Esteve withdrew from the Milan-Cortina Olympics due to energy deficits from overtraining, a physical issue decided consensually with team, reducing Andorra's delegation to six.

   Andorran Skier Irineu Esteve Withdraws from Milan-Cortina Olympics Due to Overtraining
3. 2026-01-24

   Named to Record Andorra Olympic Delegation

   Andorra announced its largest Olympic delegation of seven including Irineu Esteve as one of two cross-country skiers for Milan-Cortina, surpassing prior records despite health uncertainties.

   Andorra announces its largest-ever Olympic delegation of seven skiers for Milano-Cortina 2026, surpassing
4. 2026-01-03

   74th in Tour de Ski Pursuit, Then Withdraws

   Irineu Esteve finished 74th in the 20km classic pursuit at the Tour de Ski before withdrawing, describing it as the toughest race of his career with body unresponsive.

   Andorran Skier Irineu Esteve Withdraws from Tour de Ski After Tough Stage
5. 2025-12-30

   39th in Tour de Ski 10km Classic

   Irineu Esteve finished 39th in the 10km classic stage of the Tour de Ski in Italy, marking a top-40 result for Andorran skiers.

   Andorran Skiers Shine with Top-40 Tour de Ski Finishes and Historic Slalom Results
6. 2025-12-28

   116th in Tour de Ski Sprint Qualifier

   Irineu Esteve placed 116th in the men's sprint qualifier at the Tour de Ski in Toblach, Italy, amid recovery from disrupted preparation reaching 50% fitness.

   Andorran Skiers del Río and Esteve Kick Off Tour de Ski with Solid Sprint Starts
7. 2025-11-28

   Considered for Olympic Committee Commission Seat

   Coverage considered Irineu Esteve among candidates including Mimi Gutiérrez, Nàdia Tudó, and Pol Moya for the Andorran Olympic Committee's Permanent Commission athlete-elected seat.

   Mònica Doria appointed as voting member of Andorra's Olympic Permanent Commission

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