Andorran Skier Álvar Calvo Takes Second in FIS Slalom
Álvar Calvo finished runner-up in Ruka FIS race, just 0.17s off the win, boosting his points.
Key Points
- Álvar Calvo 2nd in Ruka FIS slalom (1:24.33), 0.17s behind winner Altti Pyrro; fastest 2nd run.
- Andorran team: Pirmin Estruga 5th, Marc Fernández 7th, Maià Font 11th.
- Calvo improves FIS points to 37.94; Font to 77.24.
- Carla Mijares targets top 30 in Courchevel World Cup slalom (bib 50).
Andorran skier Álvar Calvo claimed second place in an FIS slalom race in Ruka, Finland, as part of the men's national team competition. Finishing just 0.17 seconds behind local winner Altti Pyrro with a total time of 1:24.33, Calvo posted the fastest time in the second run after placing second in the opening leg.
The rest of the Andorran team also performed strongly, with Pirmin Estruga in fifth, Marc Fernández in seventh, and Maià Font in 11th. Calvo improved his FIS slalom points from 41.01 to 37.94, while Font reduced his from 79.91 to 77.24.
Meanwhile, Carla Mijares is set to compete in the fourth World Cup slalom of the season in Courchevel, France, starting at 17:45 for the first run and 20:45 for the second. Drawing bib number 50, she enters with clear ambitions. "I'm very motivated and eager to build on the strong start to the season and finish the job," Mijares said. She added that entering the top 30 "is a clear goal and within my reach."
In other news, Jordina Caminal begins training for the Europa Cup in Saint Moritz today.
Original Sources
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