Maïa Schwinghammer Advances to Ski Acrobatics Super Final
Maïa Schwinghammer, a 24-year-old skier from Saskatchewan, has successfully advanced to the Ski Acrobatics Super Final. She was one of four Canadians competing in the finals for the mogul event, emerging as the sole athlete from Canada to qualify for this critical stage.
Highlights from the Mogul Finals
The finals included the top eight skiers from a field of 20 competitors. The super final was scheduled to take place at 9 a.m. (Eastern Time). Schwinghammer showcased her skills with a rapid and fluid descent, earning her a commendable sixth place score.
- Event: Ski Acrobatics Mogul Finals
- Date: Scheduled for 9 a.m. ET
- Location: Quebec
- Schwinghammer’s Previous Achievement: Bronze medal at the 2025 World Championships
Performance of Other Canadian Skiers
Lauriane Desmarais-Gilbert, competing just before Schwinghammer, performed well initially, temporarily holding sixth place. Unfortunately, she was gradually edged out of the top 8, ultimately finishing in 12th place.
Two other Canadian skiers, Ashley Koelher and Jessica Linton, had also reached the finals via a wildcard. Koelher, 22, concluded the event in 16th place. Meanwhile, 24-year-old Linton finished 19th, both failing to progress to the super final.
Looking Ahead
Despite the competitive atmosphere, Schwinghammer holds onto hopes of winning an Olympic medal at her first Games. Her remarkable performance in the finals has certainly set the stage for an exciting super final showdown.
