seventeenth January 2026
Charlotte Bankes took gold within the newest stage of the Snowboard Cross World Cup with a dominant efficiency within the Chinese language resort of Dongbeiya. NEW
Bankes took management of the knockout levels, ending in first place in each the quarter and semi-final contests.
It put her into the Huge Ultimate line-up alongside Josie Baff, Chloe Trespeuch, and Michela Moioli.
The Huge Ultimate itself noticed Bankes show her trademark pace and racing nous to energy by means of in first place forward of Baff and Trespeuch, with Moioli coming by means of in fourth spot.
The outcome provides Bankes a primary particular person World Cup podium since taking bronze on the Montafon World Cup in March, a primary victory because the Gudauri World Cup in the identical month.
It confirms her return to the highest of the game following the shoulder damage she sustained in coaching for the ultimate race of final season.
Full Podium
Charlotte Bankes (GBR) – 2. Josie Baff (AUS) – 3. Chloe Trespeuch (FRA
“I had a great day immediately, tight racing on fairly a brief course,” stated Charlotte.
“I knew the underside part was going to be essential, however I wished to benefit from the turns on the high realizing that’s the place I might construct a bonus up.
“My quarter and semi races each had good elements, however I didn’t really feel they have been absolutely executed runs.
“That’s what makes me much more happy with the ultimate, as a result of we knew staying in entrance with the draft was going to be tough.”
Charlotte Bankes – picture PlanetSKI
“Being again with the win is nice,” Charlotte added.
It’s not been a easy journey, however the assist from the group, particularly Jerome (Choupin – GB Snowsport SBX Head Coach) has been very important to be the place I’m at now.
“I’ve been quick in coaching, nevertheless it’s essential to drag it off within the race the place it counts.”
“It was additionally nice to see Huw’s pace in qualis yesterday, and immediately he was proper within the combine.
“He’s proper there, and about to drag of a extremely good outcome, and hopefully that comes tomorrow.”
Pat Sharples – GB Snowsport Head Coach:
“This was one other unimaginable win for Charlotte.
“Straight out of the gate she dominated the ultimate race.
“It was additionally nice to see one other wonderful efficiency from Huw Nightingale, qualifying excessive up within the heats and looking out robust.
“Every thing the group is exhibiting is nice to see as we transfer nearer to the Olympics.”
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