Milan, Italy – Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands has once again broken the world record in the women’s 500 metres short track speed skating event. The record-breaking performance occurred during a semifinal heat at the Milano Cortina Olympics on Thursday.
New Record Set
Record Details
Velzeboer achieved a time of 41.399 seconds, surpassing her previous world record of 41.416 seconds. This prior record was set in Salt Lake City in 2022. This marks the second time Velzeboer has held the world record in this event.
What’s Next?
With this performance, Velzeboer is likely to advance to the next stage of the competition. A possible next step is her participation in the final, where she could contend for a medal. Further competition could reveal whether other skaters can challenge her new record.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Xandra Velzeboer break the world record?
Xandra Velzeboer broke the world record on Thursday, February 12, during a semifinal heat at the Milano Cortina Olympics.
What time did Xandra Velzeboer achieve?
Xandra Velzeboer achieved a time of 41.399 seconds.
Where was Xandra Velzeboer’s previous world record set?
Xandra Velzeboer’s previous world record was set in Salt Lake City in 2022.
What does this latest achievement indicate for the competition moving forward?
