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Joan Verdú
Joan Verdú is an Andorran alpine skier competing in World Cup giant slalom and super-G events and leading Mamba Racing Team.
Joan Verdú is an Andorran alpine skier competing in World Cup events, specializing in giant slalom and super-G disciplines. He finished 16th at Copper Mountain giant slalom, recorded a DNF at Beaver Creek, and ended the season 26th in giant slalom standings with 60 points. Verdú launched Mamba Racing Team to sponsor and mentor young Andorran skiers under 16. He parted ways with coach Juan Lago after the 2025-2026 season. Recently, he trained in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, received autologous blood recovery treatments via the Andorran Ski Federation's partnership with Cellab, and joined Norway's World Cup team for a New Zealand training camp ahead of the Sölden opener.
Key Points
- Joan Verdú is an Andorran alpine skier competing in World Cup events, specializing in giant slalom and super-G disciplines.
- Joan Verdú trains with Norway's World Cup team in New Zealand and tested gear in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, as part of preseason preparation.
- Joan Verdú parted ways with coach Juan Lago after the 2025-2026 season and plans a strong return at the Sölden opener.
- Joan Verdú launched Mamba Racing Team to sponsor and mentor young Andorran skiers under 16.
- Joan Verdú received autologous blood recovery treatments through the Andorran Ski Federation's partnership with Cellab.
Timeline
Trains in Saas-Fee
Joan Verdú completed preseason training in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, with new coach Natko Zrnčić-Dim before the New Zealand camp.
Receives Cellab Recovery Treatment
Joan Verdú participated in the Andorran Ski Federation's partnership with Cellab for personalized blood recovery treatments.
Heads to New Zealand Training Camp
Joan Verdú planned a month-long training camp in New Zealand with Norway's World Cup team to prepare for the Sölden opener.
Parts Ways with Coach Juan Lago
Coach Juan Lago left Joan Verdú after four years to coach Norway's Henrik Kristoffersen.
Ends Season 26th in Giant Slalom Standings
Joan Verdú finished 26th in the World Cup giant slalom season standings with 60 points after eight starts.
Launches Mamba Racing Team
Joan Verdú launched Mamba Racing Team to sponsor young Andorran skiers Marc Visa and Paula Ledesma with training and guidance.
First DNF at Beaver Creek
Joan Verdú recorded his first DNF of the season after clipping a gate in the second run of the Beaver Creek giant slalom.
16th Place at Copper Mountain Giant Slalom
Joan Verdú rallied from 26th to 16th place in the Copper Mountain giant slalom, earning 15 World Cup points with the sixth-fastest second run.
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