A milestone moment unfolded for the UAE at the Winter Olympics, as Alex Astridge officially competed as the nation’s first male alpine skier on the Olympic stage. The moment marked more than just a debut… it signalled the UAE’s growing presence in global winter sports.
Alex’s journey is uniquely homegrown. Raised in the UAE, he first learned to ski at Ski Dubai at the age of just three, taking his earliest turns on indoor snow inside Mall of the Emirates
What began as childhood lessons gradually evolved into years of structured training, competitive racing, and relentless commitment to the sport.
By the time the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 arrived, Alex had transformed from a young skier into a fully fledged Olympian. Competing alongside teammate Piera Hudson, he helped ensure the UAE flag was represented at the Winter Olympics, marking a historic first for the country.
This achievement reflects a broader shift in the UAE’s sporting landscape, one where non-traditional disciplines are gaining ground and athletes are emerging from unexpected places
Indoor slopes, once seen purely as leisure attractions, are now proving capable of nurturing world-class talent.
From Dubai’s snow to the Olympic stage, Alex Astridge’s appearance at the Winter Olympics stands as a defining moment for UAE sport… and a sign that this milestone is only the beginning!
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