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French skier disqualified for pushing Italian in ski cross

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  • French skier Youri Duplessis-Kergomard disqualified for pushing Italian Simone Deromedis.
  • The push happened in a ski cross World Cup quarterfinal, ending both skiers' races.
  • Sweden's David Mobärg won the event, marking his 12th career World Cup victory.

In a ski cross World Cup quarterfinal, French skier Youri Duplessis-Kergomard was disqualified after pushing Italian Simone Deromedis in the face, causing Deromedis to fall. The incident occurred during the third quarterfinal heat while both skiers were leading. The competition ended there for both Deromedis and Duplessis-Kergomard.

Sweden's David Mobärg advanced to the final and secured his 12th career World Cup victory with an impressive performance.

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