Day 9 Olympic Guide: Kingsbury Targets Canada’s First Gold Medal
As the Milano-Cortina Games progress, Canada is eagerly anticipating its first gold medal on Day 9. Freestyle skiing star Mikaël Kingsbury is at the forefront of this pursuit, aiming to make history in his last Olympics.
Canada’s Gold Medal Hopes
Day 9 features several key events where Canadian athletes could excel. Among the highlights is Kingsbury’s participation in the men’s dual moguls event, set to begin at 4:30 a.m. ET. After narrowly missing out on gold in the traditional moguls, Kingsbury is poised to seize this opportunity for victory.
Mikaël Kingsbury’s Competitive Edge
- Event: Men’s Dual Moguls
- Time: 4:30 a.m. ET
- Key Competitors: Ikuma Horishima (Japan), Julien Viel (Canada)
Kingsbury, a five-time world champion in this discipline, faces a formidable rival in Horishima. The dual moguls format allows two athletes to compete side-by-side, aiming for the highest score to advance.
Other Canadian Competitors on Day 9
In addition to Kingsbury, several other Canadian athletes are set to compete across various events:
Freestyle Skiing
- Event: Women’s Big Air Qualifying
- Top Competitors: Megan Oldham, Naomi Urness
Oldham, who won bronze in the slopestyle event earlier, hopes to continue her successful run.
Alpine Skiing
- Event: Women’s Giant Slalom
- Athlete: Val Grenier
- Time: Final run at 7:30 a.m. ET
Grenier is a medal contender, currently ranked eighth in the World Cup standings.
Snowboard Cross
- Event: Mixed Team Event
- Athletes: Éliot Grondin, Audrey McManiman
- Time: 7:45 a.m. ET
Grondin aims for redemption after securing a silver in the men’s event on Thursday.
Ski Jumping
- Athlete: Abi Strate
- Event: Women’s Large Hill Final
- Time: 1:57 p.m. ET
Strate looks to capture the first individual medal for Canada in ski jumping.
Men’s Hockey Matchup
On the ice, the Canadian men’s hockey team is set to face France at 10:40 a.m. ET. Canada has already secured a spot in the quarterfinals, boasting a perfect record in the group stage.
Current Group Standings
- Canada: 2-0
- France: 0-2
This match is crucial for the seeding in the elimination rounds, as Canada vies for the top playoff position against the United States.
Additional Events to Watch
Other sports featuring Canadian athletes include curling, figure skating, and speed skating. Notably:
- Canadian Men’s Curling: vs. China at 1:05 p.m. ET
- Figure Skating: Pairs Short Program at 1:45 p.m. ET
- Women’s Speed Skating: 500m Race at 11 a.m. ET
As Day 9 unfolds, all eyes will be on these athletes as Canada aims for its first gold medal at the Milano-Cortina Games. Keep up with the latest updates and results on Filmogaz.com.
