Gu Ailing, Zhang Kexin dominate FIS freeski World Cup opener in New Zealand

WELLINGTON, Sept. 9 (Xinhua) -- Beijing Winter Olympic champion Gu Ailing and Zhang Kexin ensured a one-two finish at the opening event of the 2024-2025 FIS Freeski World Cup halfpipe competition in Cardrona, New Zealand on Monday.

Despite challenging conditions of heavy fog and strong winds, Gu claimed the championship with a stunning score of 96 points, with all three of her runs scoring over 90 points.