During the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, Kelly Sildaru, the Estonian freestyle skier who previously contributed to the country's Olympic medal tally, found herself just short of reaching the slopestyle finals, finishing in 13th place. Her initial performance scored 69.25 points, and she improved to 73.75 points in her second run, but it was not enough to secure a spot in the finals. Grete-Mia Meentalo, making her Olympic debut, had a difficult competition, finishing in 17th place with a score of 61.50 points, which included a fall during her second attempt.

The competition also saw a dramatic moment, as two-time Olympic medalist Cassie Sharpe from Canada suffered a serious fall during her second run. Sharpe had initially scored 88.25 points in her first run, but while attempting to improve her score, she fell and required medical attention on the scene. As she was carried off on a stretcher, Sharpe raised her thumbs to the audience, a signal that she was okay, despite the unfortunate incident. This pause in the competition lasted nearly a quarter of an hour as medical assistance was provided.

Ultimately, Sildaru's early exit from the finals is a disappointment for the Estonian ski community and fans, particularly after her previous Olympic achievements. The results highlight the unpredictable nature of competitive events, where even top athletes can face unexpected challenges on the day of competition.