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Gina del Rio Returns to Cross-Country World Cup in Oberhof

Andorran skier Gina del Rio resumes World Cup action this weekend in Germany with sprint and 10km races, while teammate Irineu Esteve recovers for.

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El Periòdic

Key Points

  • Del Rio arrives from Livigno training for Oberhof events post-Tour de Ski.
  • Saturday: Freestyle sprint quals 13:35, finals 16:05.
  • Sunday: Women's 10km classic at 12:55.
  • Irineu Esteve recovers at home for upcoming races and Winter Olympics.

Andorran cross-country skier Gina del Rio returns to World Cup action this weekend at the double-header event in Oberhof, Germany.

The competitions resume following a break after the Tour de Ski. Del Rio took part in an official training session on the course today after travelling from Livigno, where she had been preparing in recent days and fine-tuning equipment with her team.

Saturday features a sprint in freestyle skating technique, with qualifications starting at 13:35 and finals at 16:05. On Sunday, women compete in a 10km individual race in classic style, with Del Rio's event beginning at 12:55.

Meanwhile, fellow Andorran athlete Irineu Esteve is continuing his recovery at home, focusing on readiness for upcoming races and the Winter Olympics.

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