Feb 18 • 08:15 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia TVNET

FOLLOW UP: Olympic Games Day: The Latvian alpine skiers, biathletes, and cross-country skiers start

Latvia's athletes are competing in women's alpine skiing slalom, women's biathlon relay, and cross-country skiing team sprints at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games today.

Today marks a significant day at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games for Latvian athletes, as they commence their events in alpine skiing, biathlon, and cross-country skiing. At 10:45 AM, Kitija Auziņa and Patrīcija Eiduka will compete in the women's team sprint qualification round. Following that, at 11:15 AM, Raimo Vīgants and Lauris Kaparkalējs will take their turn in the same qualification event.

In addition to the team sprints, the women’s alpine skiing slalom will feature athletes Dženifera Ģērmane and Liene Bondare, who will compete in their first runs at 11 AM. Their participation is part of a broader representation of Latvia at the Olympics, showcasing the country's commitment to winter sports and potential in the competitive field.

The outcome of these events not only reflects the individual athletes' performances but also the nation's investment in winter sports training and development, which has implications for Latvia's standing in global winter sports. As the day unfolds, more updates will follow regarding the progress and results of the Latvian athletes at these prestigious Olympic Games.

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