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Lausanne – The final day of competition at the ISMF Youth World Cup in Molde, Norway, concluded with an exhilarating display of teamwork and talent in the Mixed Relay event. Teams comprised of one male and one female athlete from each country battled it out on the challenging course, but it was China who emerged victorious, securing their first-ever victory for the Asian country in this type of race.
Led by two golden medallists from earlier events in Molde, Bu Luer and Cidan Yuzhan, Team China showcased their commitment and investment in the sport, delivering a stellar performance that highlighted their growing presence on the international stage.
Despite fierce competition from the rest of the field, Team France, represented by Louise Trincaz and Jules Raybaud, demonstrated remarkable skills, crossing the finish line a mere 12 seconds behind the leaders to claim the silver medal.
Meanwhile, the home crowd had reason to celebrate as Team Norway, featuring Ida Waldal and Aaron Rodal Haugen, secured the bronze medal. Their performance mirrored their achievement at the European Championships in the Youth category, reaffirming their status as formidable contenders in the sport.
The Mixed Relay proved once again that is one of the most thrilling and exciting formats, ready to make its debut at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina. As the sun set on the picturesque Norwegian landscape, spectators were treated to a thrilling conclusion to an action-packed tournament.
With China making history with their first Mixed Relay victory and teams from across the globe showcasing their skills, the Molde ISMF Youth World Cup served as a testament to the growing popularity and competitiveness of ski mountaineering on the international stage.
About the ISMF:
Founded in 2007, the ISMF is the global governing body for competitive ski mountaineering. Since 2016, the organisation has been officially recognised by the International Olympic Committee. Its main goals are the promotion, regulation and development of the sport of ski mountaineering worldwide. Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the ISMF’s membership consists of 49 national federations located in Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania. The ISMF organizes ski mountaineering Senior and Youth World Cups, as well as Masters and World Championships. For the first time, ski mountaineering was a medal sport at the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in Lausanne, Switzerland, and has been included in the programme of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games.
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