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Olympics Event Delayed Amid Heavy Snowfall in Sudden Winter Storm

Olympics Event Delayed Amid Heavy Snowfall in Sudden Winter Storm

Summary

Heavy snowfall in Livigno, Italy caused a delay in the women's freestyle big air event at the Winter Olympics. Competitor Mathilde Gremaud from Switzerland withdrew due to a hip injury, leaving Eileen Gu of China and Meghan Oldham of Canada as leading contenders.

Key Facts

  • Heavy snow in Livigno, Italy delayed the women's freestyle big air event.
  • The event was supposed to start at 1:30 p.m. ET but was moved to 3 p.m. ET.
  • Mathilde Gremaud from Switzerland pulled out of the event because of a hip injury.
  • Gremaud had won gold in another event and finished third in qualifying for this event.
  • Eileen Gu of China and Meghan Oldham of Canada are now the top competitors.
  • The snowstorm in Italy may cause challenges for competitors if it continues.
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