Milan-Cortina: Key Developments to Watch This Wednesday
As the Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina continue, key competitions and athletes are set to take center stage this Wednesday. Fans can look forward to several exciting events across various sports.
Milan-Cortina: Key Developments This Wednesday
Short Track Speed Skating
- Men’s 500m:
- Quarter-finals at 14:15
- Semi-finals at 14:44
- Final at 15:32
- William Dandjinou from Quebec will aim for Olympic glory after previous finals. He hopes to fulfill his prediction of becoming an Olympic champion.
- Steven Dubois and Maxime Laoun are also competing in the quarter-finals.
Women’s Relay Speed Skating
- Final: Scheduled for 15:00
- The Canadian team, led by Courtney Sarault, aspires to secure another medal, potentially bringing Sarault’s total to four.
Men’s Ice Hockey
- Match against Czech Republic: Scheduled for 10:40
- Sidney Crosby and the Canadian team are focused on winning gold as they enter the quarter-finals.
Alpine Skiing
- Women’s Slalom:
- First run at 04:00
- Second run at 07:30
- Laurence St-Germain, the 2023 World Champion in slalom, seeks to improve on her 15th place from the 2018 PyeongChang Games.
Freestyle Skiing
- Women’s Jumps:
- First qualification jump at 04:00
- Second qualification jump at 04:45
- Final at 07:00
- Marion Thénault is looking to perform well amidst challenging weather conditions caused by a snowstorm.
Snowboarding
- Men’s Slopestyle:
- Final runs at 05:20, 05:58, and 06:26
- Mark McMorris is back in competition, having qualified third. Cameron Spalding, who qualified fifth, also joins him in the finals.
- Women’s Slopestyle:
- Final runs at 08:30, 08:58, and 09:26
- Laurie Blouin, a former world champion, aims for a memorable finish to her career alongside compatriot Juliette Pelchat.
These events promise an exciting day of competitions, showcasing top talents and thrilling athletic performances. Fans are encouraged to follow El-Balad for updates on the results and highlights.
