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Snow Forces Cancellation of Women's Freeski Halfpipe Final

2/21/2026

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The women's Olympic freeski halfpipe final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games was canceled due to heavy snow in the Italian Alps.
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation cited safety concerns for athletes after delaying the start from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Eileen Gu, the defending champion, aimed to win her third medal at the Games.
The athletes Amy Fraser and Zoe Atkin were set to challenge Gu.

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The women's Olympic freeski halfpipe final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games was canceled due to heavy snow in the Italian Alps.
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation cited safety concerns for athletes after delaying the start from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Eileen Gu, the defending champion, aimed to win her third medal at the Games.
The athletes Amy Fraser and Zoe Atkin were set to challenge Gu.