The first IPC Alpine Skiing World Championships in Sestriere, where the 2006 Torino Games were held, opened yesterday with the Downhill where Sean Rose finished 6th for GB. Cheering crowds in the sun, TV cameras and DJ created a great atmosphere, the Italians certainly know how to have a party.
The team is staying at the Villagio Olympico, which hosted the athletes for the Games, and we enjoyed the Opening Ceremony parade through the streets into the stadium, supported by volunteers.
Talan Skeels Piggins and Sean Rose compete in the Super G tomorrow whilst the rest of the 8 strong GB team prepare for the Slalom on Thursday and Giant Slalom on Saturday, with a great support team.
As a team, we were well prepared with excellent Pre-Worlds training, many thanks to Serre Chevalier resort for their support and also to sponsors; TASS and Get Kids Going for their support of this event.
The Downhill was shown on Italian TV but unfortunately I don't think it will be live in the UK, however you can watch the races on www.paralympicsport.tv click on the title for the link.
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