Skiing is a recreational activity and sport that involves gliding over snow on skis, which are long, narrow pieces of wood, metal, or plastic mounted to the feet. Skiing can be done on groomed slopes at ski resorts, in backcountry areas, or on cross-country trails. The sport is typically categorized into several disciplines, including alpine skiing (downhill), Nordic skiing (cross-country), and freestyle skiing, which incorporates tricks and aerial maneuvers. Skiing can be performed for leisure, competition, or as a means of travel across snowy terrains. It requires balance, coordination, and technique, and can be enjoyed by people of various skill levels, from beginners to advanced athletes.
Victoria Carl, a 29-year-old from Thüringen, Germany, achieved a historic milestone in cross-country skiing, poised to be the first German woman in the top three of the overall World Cup…