Andorra Ski Teams Kick Off Preseason at Cerro Castor with Giant Slalom
Andorra's national ski squads launched their preseason at Argentina's Cerro Castor with giant slalom races. The FAE athletes, after arriving on August 9 for training, compete in South American Cup events to sharpen skills for Europe.
Key Points
- Andorra's men's and women's alpine ski teams compete in South American Cup at Cerro Castor, Argentina.
- Women's giant slalom today and tomorrow: Íria Medina and Clàudia Garcia.
- Slalom on Aug 19-20: Carla Mijares, Xavier Cornella, Bartumeu Gabriel.
- Races prepare teams for European season after intensive training.
Andorra's national men's and women's alpine ski teams have begun their preseason competitions at Cerro Castor in Argentina, kicking off with giant slalom events.
Athletes from the Federació Andorrana d'Esquí (FAE)—Carla Mijares, Íria Medina, Jordina Caminal, Clàudia Garcia, Xavier Cornella, and Bartumeu Gabriel—arrived in the South American country a week ago for intensive training ahead of the European season. After initial sessions at the resort, the group now faces four days of South American Cup (SAC) races.
Giant slalom rounds are scheduled for today and tomorrow, featuring Íria Medina and Clàudia Garcia in the women's category. Slalom events follow on Wednesday, August 19, and Thursday, August 20, with Carla Mijares, Xavier Cornella, and Bartumeu Gabriel competing.
The Argentine competitions serve as key early tests to hone the teams' form before returning to Europe.
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