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Jeroen Kampschreur is well-positioned to win his second gold medal at the Paralympic Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo. The 26-year-old Dutchman is currently in first place after the first part of the combined event. Niels de Langen is in second place.
The combined event consists of the super-G and slalom races. The results from both races are added together to determine the final standings.
The slalom, the second and final part of the combined event, will take place later today. Thijn Speksnijder will not be participating in the slalom, as he missed a gate during the super-G.
Pushing the Boundaries of Para Alpine Skiing
Kampschreur demonstrated his excellent form on Monday by winning gold in the super-G. He was again the fastest on Tuesday’s super-G, putting him in a strong position for gold in the combined event. His time of 1.12.50 was even faster than his winning run yesterday.
De Langen is also on track for his second medal of these Games. He won silver in the downhill on Saturday and is currently in second place behind Kampschreur after the first part of the combined event. He trails by 0.94 seconds.
Italian Rene de Silvestro is in third place. Title defender Jesper Pedersen, a six-time Paralympic gold medalist, surprisingly finished fourth after the super-G.
Kampschreur and De Langen are competing with a more aerodynamic sit ski than ever before. A special droplet-shaped cover at the rear reduces air resistance, potentially leading to faster times.
Petit Seventh After First Run
Claire Petit is far from the medals in the standing category. She is in seventh place after the super-G, more than three seconds behind third-placed Kelsey O’Driscoll of the United States.
Ebba Aarsjoe is leading by a significant margin. The Swedish skier, a three-time Paralympic gold medalist, finished more than two seconds ahead of Aurelie Richard of France.
Varvara Vorontsjichina’s combined event ended quickly. The Russian skier crashed early in the super-G, on the same course where she won gold on Monday.
