Dylan Walczyk and Vail Teammates Qualify for Olympic Moguls Final

In a remarkable display of talent, Ski and Snowboard Club Vail athletes Dylan Walczyk, Liz Lemley, and Tess Johnson have all qualified for the finals at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics. This event took place in Livigno, Italy, on February 10, 2026, where they showcased their skills in the men’s and women’s moguls qualifiers.

Dylan Walczyk’s Performance

Dylan Walczyk, a 32-year-old skier from upstate New York, finished seventh in the men’s qualifiers. This strong performance ensures his spot in the finals, scheduled for February 12 at 4:10 a.m. MST. Walczyk previously competed in the 2022 Olympics, where he placed 16th. He was the second American to qualify, following Nick Page, who finished fifth.

Supporting Cast

• Liz Lemley: Achieved the second-best score in the women’s qualifiers, earning a spot in the finals.
• Tess Johnson: Finished ninth in the women’s qualifiers, also securing her place in the finals.

Walczk’s fans in Summit County, where he resides, expressed their excitement. Michael Schaefer, a Breckenridge local, praised Walczyk’s impressive run, calling it “beautiful and pure skiing.”

Competitive Spirit

The competition saw other notable performances as well. Liz Lemley scored 80.95, just ahead of fellow American Olivia Giaccio, who posted 80.74. In contrast, Jaelin Kauf, a silver medalist from the Beijing Olympics, struggled, finishing 27th after losing control during her run.

Global Participation

The women’s qualifiers featured defending champion Jakara Anthony, who led with a score of 81.65. Other standout athletes included:

• Perrine Laffont (France): Finished fourth despite facing challenges.
• Ikuma Horishima (Japan): Secured the top spot with an 85.42.
• Mikael Kingsbury: Notable Canadian competitor with 100 World Cup victories.

Looking Ahead

The individual mogul finals will comprise the top 10 from the qualifications, alongside another 10 from a second qualification round. This ensures a competitive field as the athletes vie for the podium.

The women’s second qualification round starts on February 11 at 3 a.m. MST, with the finals following at 6:15 a.m. The men’s second qualification and finals are scheduled for February 12.

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