Marta Andžāne, a Latvian skeleton athlete, is set to make her Olympic debut during the Milan-Cortina games. The competition features 25 of the world’s top female skeleton racers, and Andžāne will start her first run with the 21st start number. Viewers can catch the live coverage of the event on LTV7, LSM.lv, and replay.lv, with the second run scheduled for later in the day at 18:35.

The competition is intense, as these elite athletes vie for Olympic glory with the medal races set for Saturday. This is a significant milestone not just for Andžāne but also for Latvia as it showcases the country's presence in the competitive world of winter sports. Viewers will be able to follow the races closely but will also have the option to watch the events again through replay channels.

In conjunction with Andžāne's race, male skeleton athletes, including Emīls Indriksons, will compete later Friday night, with Indriksons currently holding the 17th position after the first day of competition. The excitement around these events highlights the importance of Olympic representation for Latvia and the potential for success in winter sports as the nation continues to develop its athletes for international competition.