Calgary, Alta. (November 26, 2020) – After a longer than expected training period due to warm-weather race postponement, Trevor Philp (Calgary, AB) and Erik Read (Canmore, AB) are eager to head to Lech, AUT and challenge the best in the parallel giant slalom. 

Trevor and Erik have only competed in a handful of parallel giant slalom races in their careers. Trevor’s best result came in 26th last season in Chamonix, FRA while Erik’s best result came in 2017 in Alta Badia, ITA where he finished in 13th place. Both men aim to hit the ground running after an extended time off. 

“We are excited to get back to racing this week and Lech is a new venue for me. The slope looks really fun and I can’t wait to get in the start gate,” said Trevor. “It will be interesting with the Parallel format this year.”

Parallel giant slalom, the newest discipline to join the World Cup circuit is an exciting head-to-head contest. Qualification for the men will take place early on Friday morning. The top 16 qualifiers will then compete in a bracket with heats between competitors consisting of two runs. The two competitors change courses for the second run. The winner of the two runs moves on until only one athlete is left. Find out more about the rules here.

In an area known for fur coats, champagne, and royal visits, the Canadian Alpine Ski Team looks to stand out. 

Thursday, November 26: Women 
Qualification: 4:00 am ET / 2:00 am MT 
World Cup: 11:45 am ET / 9:45 am MT 

Friday, November 27: Men 
Qualification: 4:00 am ET / 2:00 am MT 
World Cup: 11:50 am ET / 9:50 am MT 

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