Gu Recovers from Fall to Secure Slopestyle Final Spot

Eileen Gu secured qualification for the slopestyle final despite an initial fall during the qualifying session. The prominent athlete recovered from a low score of 1.26 on her first attempt by successfully completing her second run.

Her subsequent run earned a score of 75.30, a performance that placed her second among 23 competitors. This score secured her one of the 12 coveted spots in Monday's final. Switzerland's Mathilde Gremaud achieved the highest score in the women's qualifying event.

The slopestyle course's rail section presented significant challenges, with many finding it more difficult than standard World Cup courses.

Gu confirmed that the trick attempted during her first run was new to her in a competitive setting.

Men's Slopestyle Qualifying Sees Three Americans Advance

In the men's qualifying event, three American athletes successfully advanced. Alex Hall finished eighth, while Konnor Ralph placed tenth. Mac Forehand also notably qualified in sixth position, despite falling on his first run, mirroring Gu's initial challenge. Norway's Birk Ruud achieved the highest score in the men's qualifying round.