Andorran Marc Casanovas Wins U23 Spanish Cup Ski Mountaineering Race
Marc Casanovas triumphed in the under-23 individual race at Boí Taüll, clocking 1:42:05, securing first in category and seventh overall.
Key Points
- Casanovas finished in 1h 42m 5s, beating Adrià Isal on off-piste course.
- 1st in U23 category, 7th overall in Spanish Cup on Feb 9, 2026.
- Èric Sinfreu 17th in U18 category.
- Event underscores Andorra's strength in ski mountaineering.
Marc Casanovas of Andorra's national ski mountaineering team secured victory in the under-23 individual race at the Spanish Cup in Boí Taüll, finishing the off-piste course in 1 hour, 42 minutes and 5 seconds.
Representing the Federació Andorrana de Muntanyisme (FAM), the skier placed first in his category on Sunday, February 9, 2026, while also achieving seventh position in the overall standings. Casanovas outperformed competitors including Adrià Isal and described his effort positively, noting he had run a strong race over the challenging terrain.
Fellow Andorran Èric Sinfreu competed in the under-18 category, finishing 17th.
The event showcased emerging talent in ski mountaineering, a discipline where Andorra maintains a competitive edge due to its mountainous landscape and FAM backing.
Original Sources
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