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Heavy Snow Halts Livigno Aerials, Competition Reset for Wednesday

Unsafe visibility plus limited medical access prompted a move to Wednesday.

Overview

  • Organizers canceled the men's aerials after hours of delays, then called off the women's event for safety.
  • Blustery wind, heavy snowfall and rolling fog cut visibility and made in-run speeds unpredictable.
  • Australia's coach said fog hindered medical access to the venue, reinforcing the decision to stop competition.
  • Athletes now expect a compressed program with qualifying and finals on the same day, increasing the endurance test.
  • Australia replaced Laura Peel with Sidney Stephens, a first-time Olympian with limited recent jumps and preparation.