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Amazing win for Sharon Fichman & Giuliana Olmos coming back from 1-6 in the first set, to win over Hao Ching Chan & Latisha Chan , No. 5 seeds

Well, then they should adjust penalty loops to decrease disparity.

Smart, yes. In line with IOC's "free speech" policy? Probably don't.

It was about time they race the same distance as men.

Well, he received a lot of publicity after he competed at Pyeongchang, and some people started training, aiming to compete at the Olympics. Between late 2018 - early2020, between 3-5 skiers, a woman included, managed to attend cross country competitions in USA, Canada and even Finland, and this year finally one of them finished with less than 300 points in one of them. According to Chef of Mission, they will support cross country skiers all through the qualification period (as well as the alpine skiers and our skaters), so they can obtain a quota. I know Mexico is far from expecting a medal at the Winter Games in the next 20 years at least, but I think establishing a small group of athletes capable of fighting for a spot is worth it.

MEXICO Ski Sports Alpine Skiing (2) - One of each gender. Mexican born Rodolfo Dickson (a native of Puerto Vallarta, adopted by Canadians) already has achieved qualification in Giant Slalom, and currently, Sarah Schleper just needs another valid result in that same event to qualify for her 5th Olympics (first 3 representing her birth country). No other athlete is near the eligilibity right now, but von Hohenlohe is still competing at 62 so who knows Cross Country Skiing (1 ) - Probably the only winter discipline in Mexico that had a boom after Pyeongchang, with many people giving it a try; however, only one competitor, Jonathan Soto has managed to score less than 300 in a race during 2020/2021. The Mexican federation is targeting to have another participation in 2022, so if he manages to repeat that result at World Championships and some other competitions, he might join the Mexican delegation. Ski Jumping (0) - No active competitors Nordic Combined (0) - No active competitors Freestyle Skiing (0) - Only an active athlete in Moguls, but he won't qualify. Snowboarding (0) - No active competitors Biathlon (0) - A couple men made their debut at this sport last month, but they obviously will not make it. Skating Sports Speed Skating (0) - I was surprised to discover we had a couple of skaters back in 2002-2006, but obviously weren't good enough to qualify, and sadly, we'll have to wait for an Olympic debut, as there are no active skaters. Short Track Speed Skating (0) - No Mexican skater has made their debut in this discipline. Figure Skating (1) - If Donovan Carrillo improvement continued despite the pandemic, he could be the first Mexican skater in the Olympics in 30 years; On the women's side, Andrea Montesinos is still learning and given the level of powerhouses, it'll be quite difficult for her to have a real shot. Sleigh Sports Luge (0) - No way, as Mexico isn't even a member of FIL Skeleton (0) - There aren't training facilities for the sport in the country since 2011, so all interest has been lost, sadly. Bobsleigh (0) - Read above Team Sports Curling (0) - Mexican teams are still newbies in the scene, so no chance. Ice Hockey (0) - Mexican men have already been eliminated. Our women side can only hope to avoid big defeats against the Ducth & Poles and beat Turkey in October. Total Optimistic Prediction - (4) Total Pessimistic Prediction - (0) Total Realistic Prediction - (2)

Great performance @Werloc. You know I'd like you to be in Amsterdam, but I wish now this could be the start for more opportunities.

Can't wait for the results.

The real question here is why does this editor has a job after allowing this piece of shit note? Pure trash gossip because some "liberal" wants every brand in the world has a person (Am I allowed to say person, or should I use a "non offensive" word?) in their boards/advertisements, from every politically correct and trendy movement? How low journalism has fallen.

Congratulations @Werloc

Congratulations @Vojthas and @rybak Can't wait for the official announcement for this edition.

According to the president of the Mexican Fencing Federation, FIE is now proposing to cancel every continental qualification tournament and replace them with 3 global events, one for each weapon: Sabre in Budapest, Epée in Kazan & Foil in Doha. Source (in Spanish)

Another idiotic proposal, just with 50km instead of 35km Basically is just him trying to get what he wants from Daddy Coe... wonder when Dunfee will start his little kicks tantrum

Congrats @Werloc

Not bidding until Open 2023

I'll bid again until Open 2023 at least, unless I earn the right to host the Contest in Mexico for the third time

Great news! Best luck to him Another good news: Mexico is apparently now an IBU member, so only FIL to join amongst Olympic federations.

Very slim chances that Italy finish ahead of Mexico, a.k.a. USA "C"

Well @Olympian1010 I've never been a Parks and Recreations fan, but I'm familiar with some of Ron Swanson's type of lines; so if it was up to me, it could be either C or D, as both are also kind of a contradiction in themselves, which is akin to lying.

The Spanish name is Aragón,which is now the name of a Spanish Autonomous Community.

Suddenly in the mood for some sunflower seeds.

Check the previous post.

You picked right, as I'm absolutely sure about this one: The answer would be A: Helium, which comes from the name Helios, given to the Greek Titan of Sun, ans serves as a prefyx in some languages for sun related words.

I'm rooting for her too... it has been too long since any Mexican player made it into a Grand Slam, so I'd like to see her qualifying once more, and who knows, maybe a spot in Tokyo isn't out of the question.

I’m available as an expert during any of their apperances before CET 23:00