In the latest bobsleigh competition, Latvian pilot Kalenda and his team made a significant impact by entering the top 10 before their final Olympic run. After the first day's runs, they were 1.26 seconds behind the current leader, Johannes Lohner from Austria, yet only 0.17 seconds away from the tenth position held by Markus Treichl's crew. Lohner, who has previously won gold in the doubles event, maintained a strong lead, having built a 0.43-second advantage over his closest competitor, Francesco Friedrich, which he improved to 0.48 seconds after the third run.

Kalenda faced challenges during the event, failing to improve either his starting time or overall performance during the third run. However, his persistence paid off, especially as American pilot Christopher Horn's team had a disappointing third run, allowing Kalenda’s crew to slide into the tenth position. This is a notable achievement for the Latvian team, reflecting both their talent and determination in a high-stakes competitive environment. The implications of their performance could significantly affect their standings as the competition progresses, especially in the context of Olympic qualification.

As the event continues and the final Olympic run approaches, the focus will be on whether Kalenda and his team can maintain their position and potentially improve their standings even further. The pressure mounts not only from their competitors but also from the expectations of fans and sports analysts following the bobsleigh competitions closely as the Olympic Games draw near.