Laurie Blouin and Juliette Pelchat Advance to Slopestyle Finals
Canadian snowboarders Laurie Blouin and Juliette Pelchat have secured their spots in the slopestyle finals at the Winter Games in Italy. This achievement comes after both athletes competed fiercely in the qualification rounds held on Sunday.
Qualification Round Details
During the qualification phase, Blouin ranked 9th with a score of 69.30, while Pelchat finished in 12th place with 68.25. Only 12 spots were available in the finals, with a total of 30 competitors vying for them. Blouin showcased her skills by achieving her highest score in her initial run.
Athlete Backgrounds
- Laurie Blouin: Hailing from Quebec, Blouin is competing in her third Olympic Games. She previously won a silver medal in slopestyle at the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympics.
- Juliette Pelchat: A native of British Columbia, Pelchat faced a tense day as she was on the verge of elimination for most of the qualification rounds before ultimately advancing to the finals.
Upcoming Finals
The women’s slopestyle final is scheduled to take place on Tuesday morning. Fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating a thrilling showcase of talent from both Blouin and Pelchat on this significant stage.
