slalom
waterskiing race
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Slalom waterskiing is a competitive event where a skier navigates a course marked by buoys. The skier uses a single ski, often tapered with a large fin, or two skis designed for sharp turns. The objective is to weave through the buoys in a sinuous path while the towboat increases speed, reaching up to 55 km/hr. This discipline demands precise timing, sharp turning abilities, and skill in crossing the boat's wake. Slalom skiing is one of several waterskiing disciplines, alongside jumping and trick skiing.1
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