Feb 8 • 09:47 UTC 🇵🇱 Poland Rzeczpospolita

Król-Walas fifth in the qualifications for the giant slalom in snowboarding

Aleksandra Król-Walas advanced to the top sixteen in the parallel slalom during the Olympic Games, while Maria Bukowska-Chyc finished 27th.

Aleksandra Król-Walas achieved a significant milestone by advancing to the top sixteen of the parallel slalom qualifiers at the Winter Olympics, securing a time of 1:33.18. This achievement marks a prominent moment for Król-Walas as she competes on an international platform, showcasing her skills in snowboarding and representing Poland. Her advancement highlights not only her personal achievement but also the growing presence of Polish athletes in winter sports.

In contrast, fellow competitor Maria Bukowska-Chyc struggled in the qualifiers, finishing in 27th place with a time of 1:39.17. With a total of 32 competitors, her performance indicated the competitive nature of the event. While she did not advance, her participation underscores the efforts and dedication of Polish athletes in Olympic-level competition.

The fastest overall during the qualifiers was Czech athlete Ester Ledecka, who dominated with a total time of 1:30.79, followed closely by compatriot Zuzana Maderova and Japan's Tsubaki Miki. The final race is set to begin at 14:30, and there remains a possibility that Król-Walas will participate, which could further elevate her profile in the sport if she continues to perform well.

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