FIS Approves Àliga Piste for Andorra 2026 Women's Ski World Cup
The International Ski Federation has greenlit El Tarter's Àliga piste after a successful snow inspection, confirming optimal conditions for the.
Key Points
- Àliga piste at El Tarter passes FIS snow control for women's downhill (Feb 27-28) and super-G (Mar 1).
- Samples from four sections show optimal density and granulometry per FIS standards.
- Inspection led by race director Santi López and overseen by FIS rep Jordi Pujol.
- National teams from France, US, Italy, Switzerland, and Andorra to begin training this week.
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has approved the Àliga piste at El Tarter for the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Andorra 2026 after a successful snow control inspection on Sunday midday.
The technical review confirmed that the course meets all required snow conditions for the women's downhill and super-G races scheduled for February 27 and 28, and March 1. Samples from four sections of the piste showed optimal density and granulometry levels, according to Nico Fornes, technical director for snow operations. He noted that these measurements align fully with FIS standards, ensuring athlete safety and competition quality.
Race director Santi López led the inspection team, which comprised piste manager Oriol Cusidó, machine head Robert Lindsey, and general secretary Marc Mitjana. FIS representative Jordi Pujol oversaw the process.
Preparations at the Grandvalira venue are now intensifying. Consistent snowfall this season has enabled steady progress, with snowcats compacting the surface for uniformity and piste crews installing safety netting along the full length.
Starting this week, national teams from France, the United States, Italy, Switzerland, and Andorra will train on the slope. Andorra's squad, featuring Jordina Caminal, will arrive following the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, marking the event as a key stop on the World Cup circuit.
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