Feb 14 β€’ 08:58 UTC πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Estonia ERR

WATCH LIVE | Darta Zunte goes for the last ride from 23rd place

Darta Zunte, the first Estonian skeleton athlete, prepares for her final run at the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, currently ranked 23rd after her previous three runs.

Darta Zunte, an athlete representing Estonia in skeleton, is set to compete in her final run at the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, starting from 23rd place. This marks a significant historical moment as Zunte is the first skeleton athlete from Estonia to compete at the Olympics. Despite a strong start in her initial runs, she struggled to break into the top 20, finishing her third run with a time of 59.10 seconds and a total cumulative time of 1:57.79 after three runs.

As Zunte approaches her final opportunity, she remains optimistic despite her position. Current leader, Austrian Janine Flock, is aiming for her first Olympic medal with a time of 1:54.48, closely followed by a trio of German athletes. Zunte's performance, although not in the medal contention, is celebrated as a historic achievement for Estonia, underscoring the growing presence and competitiveness of Estonian athletes in winter sports at major international events.

Today's live coverage of Zunte’s last ride will be provided by ERR's sports portal, emphasizing the country's support for its athletes. This event not only highlights Zunte's individual endeavor but also serves as an important moment for Estonian sports, promoting the spirit of perseverance and national pride in competition at the Olympics.

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