WATCH LIVE | Three Estonian Women Start in the Women's Ski Marathon
On the last day of the Milano Cortina Olympics, three Estonian women will compete in the Women's 50 km classic ski marathon, with live commentary provided by ERR.
On the final day of the Milano Cortina Olympics, a notable event is set as three Estonian women, Kaidy Kaasiku, Keidy Kaasiku, and Teesi Tuul, are among the athletes competing in the Women's 50 km classic ski marathon. The live broadcast by ETV and ERR's sports portal will commence at 10:50 AM, featuring commentary from Tarmo Tiisler and Vahur Leemets, with reporter Johannes Vedru covering the event. This marathon marks a significant moment, as it is one of the last opportunities for athletes to compete at these Olympics.
The event is notable for having former Olympic medalists participating, including Finnish skier Krista Pärmakoski, who won silver in the ski marathon at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, and American Jessie Diggins, who won silver in Beijing. They will be joined by Finnish Kerttu Niskanen, who won bronze in the same competition. The inclusion of these experienced competitors raises the stakes for the Estonian athletes, who aim to perform well on the world stage before the international audience.
Additionally, there is stiff competition from Swedish skiers, particularly Frida Karlsson and Ebba Andersson, both of whom have recently demonstrated strong performances in other disciplines. The anticipation surrounding this marathon stems not only from the individual stories of the athletes but also from the collective representation of Estonia in the competition, making it a crucial highlight of the Olympic Games for the nation.