Ulaanbaatar, April 7, 2025 /MONTSAME/. At the inaugural 2025 SkySnow Asia-Pacific Championships, held at the Palcall Tsumagoi Ski Resort in northeastern Japan on April 5-6, 2025, Mongolia secured two gold medals.
Luvsansharav Natsagdorj, representing Mongolia and the 2023 FIS Junior World Champion in alpine snow running, achieved remarkable success by winning two gold medals at the event. He first triumphed in the vertical 3.5 km race, which included a 610-meter elevation gain, completing it in 28 minutes and 10 seconds. He then claimed victory in the classic 10 km race, which came with an 850-meter elevation gain, finishing in 52 minutes and 2 seconds. His impressive performances allowed Luvsansharav to bring the National Anthem of Mongolia to life twice at the SkySnow Asia-Pacific Championships.
Snow running presents a rigorous challenge that tests athletes’ endurance and mental resilience on snow-covered mountainous landscapes. After earning his Junior World Championship title two years prior, Luvsansharav prepared for this competition amid the rugged terrains of Gobi-Altai aimag. His victories have secured him a spot to compete in the finals of the 2025 Global Championship.
In recent times, the popularity of alpine snow running has surged globally, especially in nations such as Mongolia, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and various countries across Europe.
