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Men's National Championship - SL Thredbo 16th Aug 2006 - Results
Women's National Championship - SL Thredbo 16th Aug 2006 - Results
Men's National Championship - GS Thredbo 15th Aug 2006 - Results
Women's National Championship - GS Thredbo 14th Aug 2006 - Results
Women's National Championship - GS Thredbo 14th Aug 2006
Today at Thredbo we saw the first race of the only FIS series to be run in Australia for 2006. Due to a general lack of snow across Australia, these races were very nearly cancelled, however due to the efforts a host of volunteers including many of the male athletes, coaches and parents, the Women’s GS was able to be run on an decent if icy surface. Kudos to course setter Simon Egger from Austria, who set a good, challenging course by torchlight.
Due to a lack of snow and general constraints on hill space, the race commenced early in the morning, and continued at a rapid pace, with inspection occurring under cover of darkness at 6:15, and the final gates off the hill by 8:20.
Katya Crema of Australia won the race, followed by Sophie Mellilo of France and Tomi Crewes, again of Australia. The Australian women in general performed strongly, with 6 of the top 10 positions in what was a very international field.
Hotham racers performed well despite today being their first run for the season down a full length course on a decent pitch. Elizabeth Stubbs (“Stubbsy”) had a fantastic debut FIS race, coming in 8th place with 124 points. Her team-mate Lydia Turnbull also performed strongly, with a 12th place finish and took 30 points off her previous best. Kim Wood and Olivia Bakyew also performed well, meaning that all four Hotham athletes successfully completed the challenging course.
The race series continues throughout the week, with the Men’s Giant Slalom tomorrow. We will keep you posted with results!Raph
Race Results 2006.
Falls Creek 22/23 July 2006