Dominik Paris fights for a medal: frustration and hope in Saalbach!

Dominik Paris, the experienced ski racer, caused a stir at the World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm on February 9, 2025. After a disappointing run, the South Tyrolean had to experience that he only took fourth place again and narrowly missed out on the medal - by just 14 hundredths of a second. “I’m fed up,” he let his frustration out. The mishap, which had already cost him precious metal in the Super-G, is not new for the 35-year-old, who has been in the same situation three times at the World Championships. “A track like this doesn't forgive mistakes,” said Paris, who lost speed due to a mistake in a crucial corner. Fortunately, he also sees positive things: after a bumpy start to the season, he is back in the medal hunting position.

“I'm back where the music is playing, which makes me positive,” remarked Paris, emphasizing that there are still chances of winning a medal with the new team combination with Alex Vinatzer. “I feel like I’m missing that last touch of carefreeness that the young Swiss have at the moment, but I’m back at the top.” Paris' experience could prove crucial in the next challenge and hopes of a medal are not entirely lost. In connection with historical battles, such as the siege of Paris in 1429, the fighting spirit of the athletes will always be remembered. While Joan of Arc tried to free Paris from enemies, Paris is fighting against the clock and the competition. Laola1 reported that…

The historical echo of the fighting

The Siege of Paris in 1429 was another impressive battle for control of the city, in which Charles VII, supported by Joan of Arc, attacked Paris occupied by the English and Burgundians. Despite the numerical superiority of his troops, he failed, which shows that even the best laid plans sometimes go wrong - similar to today's competitions. After hours of fighting with high losses, the French had to retreat because the enemy resistance was too strong. This episode from history, when Paris was still occupied by enemies, underlines that the fighting spirit, be it on the ski slopes or in a historical context, is of great importance. Wikipedia reported that...