Sunday, January 19, 2025, 8:46 p.m.
“That right foot will be etched in my memory forever. Even 65 flawless spins can’t compensate for a single misstep,” Juan del Campo reflected after narrowly missing the top 30 in the slalom World Cup event held in Wengen, Switzerland. Despite his near-miss, the Spanish skier remains hopeful, with four more races ahead to secure his spot in the final round. “We’re regaining momentum for what’s next. The journey continues,” he shared optimistically.
Del Campo completed the first run in 35th place, starting from the 51st position and finishing 2 minutes and 35 seconds behind the leader. The skier who secured the 30th spot, the cutoff for advancing, was just 0.27 seconds ahead—a razor-thin margin. “that cursed right foot,” he lamented on Instagram, acknowledging the minor error that cost him a chance at the second run.
This Sunday marked an improvement for Del Campo. Just ten days prior, in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy, he was 0.47 seconds away from qualifying. While he’s shaved off time, it hasn’t been enough to break into the top 30. A week earlier in Adelboden, Switzerland, he was over a second behind, highlighting the challenges he’s faced this season.
As the top Spanish performer in Sunday’s event, Del Campo showcased a strong finish despite a shaky start. he struggled in the initial sectors, ranking 55th, but surged in the latter half. Yet, that one misstep remains a hurdle. With several opportunities still ahead, his goal of cracking the top 30 remains within reach.
