Women’s Slopestyle Finals: What to Expect at the 2026 Winter Olympics
The excitement is palpable as the women’s slopestyle competition resumes at the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 9th. This thrilling event, which features some of the world’s top freestyle skiers, promises to be a spectacle of skill and athleticism.
Event Details
- Date: February 9, 2026
- Time: 6:30 a.m. ET
- Location: Livigno Snow Park, Valtellina, Italy
- Broadcast: USA Network; streaming options include DIRECTV (offering a free trial) and Peacock (subscription starts at $10.99/month).
What is Slopestyle?
Slopestyle is a dynamic skiing discipline featuring a course with six sections, including rails and jumps. Judges score athletes based on their overall performance, focusing on:
- Execution: How well the tricks are performed.
- Creativity: The uniqueness of the moves.
- Trick Difficulty: The complexity of the tricks attempted.
Each of the 12 qualified skiers will have three runs, with their best score out of 100 being the one that counts towards the final standings.
Star Athletes to Watch
Among the competitors, Eileen Gu is a notable favorite. Despite a fall during the qualifying rounds, Gu aims to secure her place on the podium. The 2022 Olympic silver medalist, she made history by becoming the first freestyle skier to capture three medals at a single Olympics. This year, she is poised to compete in multiple disciplines, including slopestyle, big air, and halfpipe.
Joining her in the finals are:
- Mathilde Gremaud (SUI) – 2022 Gold Medalist
- Kelly Sildaru (EST) – Bronze Medalist (did not qualify for finals)
Finalist Roster
- Maria Gasslitter (ITA)
- Mengting Liu (CHN)
- Giulia Tanno (SUI)
- Lara Wolf (AUT)
- Naomi Urness (CAN)
- Megan Oldham (CAN)
- Anni Karava (FIN)
- Linshan Han (CHN)
- Avery Krumme (USA)
- Kirsty Muir (GBR)
- Eileen Ailing Gu (CHN)
- Mathilde Gremaud (SUI)
How to Watch the Event
Don’t miss the action! If you’re looking to catch the event live without a cable subscription, here are a couple of options:
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DIRECTV: Offers a five-day free trial enabling you to watch the Olympics for free, with plenty of packages starting at $69.99/month.
- Peacock: Subscribe for full coverage of the Olympics starting at just $10.99/month. For those who might miss the live airing, a replay will be available on the platform.
Conclusion
The women’s slopestyle finals at the 2026 Winter Olympics is set to be an electrifying event with world-class athletes competing for glory. As both seasoned Olympians and aspiring champions take to the slopes, the world will be watching closely.
Additional Information
- Closing Ceremony: February 22, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET
Stay tuned for an unforgettable day filled with thrilling runs and breathtaking performances as the best in the sport battle for Olympic gold!
For more information on viewing options for the Winter Olympics and details on upcoming events, visit Peacock and DIRECTV.
