Skimo Queen Eyes Olympic Gold

Emily Harrop, a prominent figure in ski mountaineering, has achieved a remarkable four consecutive overall and sprint World Cup titles. This demanding sport, blending cross-country and alpine skiing, will make its Olympic debut at the upcoming Milan-Cortina Winter Games. Harrop, who began her athletic journey in alpine skiing before switching to skimo at age 20, is widely considered the favorite to win the first-ever Olympic gold medal in the discipline.

Raised in the French Alps by British parents, Harrop draws influence from both French and British cultures. She has spoken about her training regimen and the unique role the French military has played in her athletic development. Harrop is now preparing for what she describes as the race of her life, managing the significant pressures that accompany the sport's growing prominence and her own elevated profile within it.