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Successful First Descent – Kougioumtzian Continues Dynamically!

Published February 14, 2026, 12:16
Successful First Descent – Kougioumtzian Continues Dynamically!

Yiannos Kougioumtzian successfully completed his first descent at the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, finishing 64th with a time of 1:29.14. The race featured 81 athletes, with 73 completing the challenging course. The Cypriot athlete was supported by members of the Cypriot delegation and fans, including the General Secretary of the Cyprus Olympic Committee and the Treasurer of the COE Athletes' Committee. The second descent will take place at 2:30 PM Cyprus time, with Kougioumtzian aiming for another dynamic performance for a better final ranking. Successfully completing the first descent is a significant step for the Cypriot athlete, given the high difficulty of the race.