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Ski Mountaineering at the Winter Olympics

The sport of ski mountaineering has been added to the program of the Winter Olympics, and will make its first appearance in Milan & Cortina d'Ampezzo in 2026.

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Ski mountaineering is a sport that combines the skills of skiing and mountaineering. Participants use specialized equipment to ascend and descend mountainous terrain, typically involving a mix of uphill climbs on skis and downhill skiing.

The Military Patrol event at the 1924 Winter Olympics included a section of ski mountaineering.



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