WATCH LIVE | Five Estonians start in the classic sprint qualification
Five Estonian skiers are set to compete in the classic sprint qualification for the cross-country skiing events at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
The classic sprint qualification for the Milan-Cortina Winter Games will take place, featuring five Estonian athletes competing for a spot in the finals. The women's qualification begins at 10:15 AM with Mariel Merlii Pulles leading, followed by Teesi Tuul and Teiloora Ojaste. The men's qualification is scheduled for 10:57 AM, where Karl Sebastian Dremljuga and Martin Himma will be representing Estonia.
The competition draws significant interest after the previous Winter Olympics in Beijing, where notable sprinters like Johannes HΓΆsflot KlΓ€bo and Jonna Sundling captured medals. This year's event is expected to be highly competitive, and Estonian fans are eager to see their team perform well. The event will be broadcast live, starting with preliminary rounds before culminating in the finals, which begin at 12:30 PM.
ETV and ERR's sports portal will offer comprehensive coverage of the event, highlighting the performances of Estonian athletes and providing expert commentary from Vahur Leemets, Taavi Lehemaa, and reporter Johannes Vedru. This Olympic event not only showcases athletic talent but also serves as a platform for promoting winter sports in Estonia.