Andorra's Max Black-Roca Wins U18 Gold, 4th Overall in FIS Giant Slalom
Max Black-Roca claimed under-18 gold at the FIS giant slalom in Bariloche, Argentina, finishing fourth overall by a narrow 0.12 seconds from bronze. His Andorran teammates posted competitive results in the season-opening race.
Key Points
- Max Black-Roca (Andorra) clocked 1:38.24, 1.63s behind France's Evan Stolear, 0.12s off podium.
- Strong first run (3rd fastest) and 9th in second run secured 4th overall and U18 victory.
- Teammates: Àlvar Calvo 14th (1:40.02), Maià Font 16th (1:40.71), Jan Visa 21st.
- Event in Bariloche, Argentina, key FIS circuit test for winter season.
Max Black-Roca of Andorra secured first place in the under-18 category and finished fourth overall at the FIS giant slalom that concluded the Bariloche event in Argentina.
Representing the Andorran Ski Federation (FAE), the young alpine skier posted a combined time of 1:38.24, finishing 1.63 seconds behind winner Evan Stolear of France. He missed the podium by just 0.12 seconds, with Adrian Lafont taking third. Black-Roca's strong first run—third fastest overall—set the foundation for his result, followed by a ninth-place second run that held his position.
The performance also earned him top honours among under-18 competitors. Andorran teammates contributed solid results: Àlvar Calvo placed 14th in 1:40.02, Maià Font was 16th in 1:40.71, and Jan Visa ended 21st. Bartumeu Gabriel, sixth after the opening run, did not complete the second descent.
The race served as a vital early test for the athletes entering the winter season on the international FIS circuit.
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