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On the course, there are two ascents on skis plus sections on foot, and two descents.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Norway's Eirik Hystad Solberg took the lead with the second fastest second leg in 57.03sec before some of the more established names in slalom skiing started their descents.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Teams of male and female competitors will race on longer courses than the sprints, with two ascents and two descents.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

The climbs and descents can be as steep as a Swiss Alp, as the M’s have displayed thus far.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 28, 2024

As she whipped around tight turns and down steep descents, the world whirling around her, Tally felt like something caught in the wind, not knowing which direction the journey would ultimately take her.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld