Olympics Introduces Ski Mountaineering, a Brutal Test of Endurance and Grit
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Defector previews ski mountaineering's Olympic debut, a punishing multi-discipline race that blends uphill skinning, boot-pack ascents, and rapid descents to push athletes’ cardiovascular limits and pain tolerance. Drawing endurance specialists from trail running and cycling, the event spotlights top names like Kilian Jornet and Remi Bonnet as it aims to redefine Olympic suffering.
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