The women's halfpipe final, scheduled for Saturday evening as part of the last freestyle skiing event at the Milano Cortina Olympics, faces potential delays due to adverse weather. The live broadcast was set to begin at 20:30, but organizers are monitoring changing weather forecasts throughout the day. They initially considered postponing the event to Sunday but are still hoping to hold it on Saturday evening if conditions permit.

Twelve competitors qualified for the final, but there will be eleven women competing due to one athlete's injury. Canadian athlete Cassie Sharpe, who won gold in 2018 and silver in 2022, suffered a severe fall during qualifying and lost consciousness. Despite being discharged from the hospital, doctors did not clear her to participate in the final, leaving the field slightly diminished.

The unfolding situation reflects not only the challenges inherent in winter sports, where conditions can drastically affect events, but underscores the stakes for athletes hoping to showcase their skills on an international platform. As the Olympics continue, the weather's impact on scheduling remains a crucial aspect for organizers and competitors alike, affecting overall event dynamics and athlete preparations.