Canadian Duo Secures Spots in Milan Cortina Ski Slopestyle Final
Megan Oldham and Naomi Urness have successfully qualified for the women’s slopestyle finals at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Their strong performances in the qualifier position them among the top competitors in this prestigious event.
Qualification Details
Oldham, hailing from Parry Sound, Ontario, achieved a score of 61.09 points, securing seventh place. Urness, representing Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, followed closely with a score of 58.40 points, finishing right behind Oldham.
Oldham’s Journey to Finals
- Current Ranking: 3rd on the World Cup circuit
- Previous Achievements: Bronze medalist at the 2025 FIS Freestyle World Championships
- Performance History: Finished 13th in the Beijing Olympics
Oldham expressed her relief after qualifying. She noted that while the course was smooth, the last jump had presented challenges throughout the week. “I’m just trying to manage that,” she stated.
Urness’s First Olympic Experience
- Qualifying Score: Initially placed 15th in the first run
- Improvement: Increased her score by over six points to make the top 12
- Milestone: This marks her first slopestyle final outside the X Games
Urness described her run as “up and down” but was thrilled to have qualified. “I’m really happy to have landed a run and qualify,” she said.
Other Competitors
The competition was fierce, with some notable performances. Beijing gold medalist Mathilde Gremaud led with an impressive score of 79.15 points. Eileen Gu from China, despite a fall in her initial run, finished second with a score of 75.30.
Canadian Results
- Skye Clarke: 21st place
- Elena Gaskell: 23rd place
- Evan McEachran: 16th in the men’s event
McEachran scored 57.85 in his first run but did not qualify for the finals. The Canadian athletes showed determination and skill as they competed on the international stage.
The upcoming finals are eagerly anticipated, with Oldham and Urness poised to showcase their talents in Milan Cortina. Fans are excited to see how these skilled athletes perform in front of a global audience.
