Andorran Skier Carla Mijares DNFs Europa Cup Slalom in Chamonix
Carla Mijares abandoned the opening slalom after a strong start, missing standings despite her recent Olympic team selection.
Key Points
- Mijares (bib 22) DNF after strong start in Chamonix slalom.
- Italians took podium: Pazzaglia (44.94s), Sola 2nd, Carolli 3rd.
- Mijares 33rd overall with 16 Europa Cup points.
- Next: World Cup slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn on Sunday.
Andorran skier Carla Mijares failed to finish the opening slalom of the Europa Cup in Chamonix, France, on Friday night.
Competing with bib number 22, the athlete abandoned the course after a strong start, ending with a DNF and missing the final standings. The event marked her return to international competition just two days after her selection for Andorra's Olympic team.
Italian skiers dominated the night race, claiming the entire podium. Alice Pazzaglia led with a time of 44.94 seconds, followed by Beatrice Sola in second and Francesca Carolli in third.
Despite the setback, Mijares holds a solid season tally of 16 points in the Europa Cup overall standings, placing her 33rd in the rankings. The Chamonix slalom kicked off a busy weekend for her on the circuit.
She is next scheduled to race in the World Cup slalom at Špindlerův Mlýn in the Czech Republic on Sunday, where she aims to build momentum at the highest level of international skiing.
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