Feb 21 • 06:49 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia LSM

LIVE: The bobsleigh fours team completes two runs

Latvia's bobsleigh team, piloted by Jēkabs Kalenda, ranked 10th after the first run, trailing the leaders by 0.73 seconds.

In the bobsleigh competition, Latvia's team, led by pilot Jēkabs Kalenda and push athletes Lauri Kaufman, Matīss Miknis, and Mairis Kļavs, completed their first run with a time that placed them 10th overall. They finished the first run 0.73 seconds behind the first-place team, which was led by Johannes Lochner from Germany, who achieved the fastest run time of 53.91 seconds. The competition features a total of 27 teams, underlining the high level of participation and competitiveness.

Before the start of the competition, there was an interview with Latvian coach Edgars Maskalāns, who shared insights on the team's preparations and strategies for success in the event. The performance in the first run sets the stage for the subsequent races, highlighting the importance of consistency and precision in bobsleigh events, where even fractions of a second can determine placement.

The second bobsleigh run is scheduled for 12:45 PM local time, with decisive runs expected to take place on Sunday. The anticipation builds as teams strive to improve their times and potentially secure a podium finish, further showcasing the growing interest and support for winter sports in Latvia.

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