Thrills and Spills

Bernard Weil, Chief Photographer/Multimedia

The women's Olympic downhill event took place in Whistler February 17 with lots of action.

 

Swiss skiier Dominique Gisin crashes near at finish line in the women's downhill, Whistler, February 17, 2010. 

Dejected after crashing, Swiss skiier Dominique Gisin is helped off the course.

Anja Paerson of Sweden crashes near the finish line in the women's downhill.

Andrea Fischbacher crashes after crossing the finish line in the women's downhill, Whistler, February 17, 2010.

Chemmy Alcott of Great Britain crashes near the finish line.

USA'a Lindsey Vonn crosses the finish line and takes first place in the women's downhill, Whistler.

USA'a Lindsey Vonn crosses the finish line and takes first place.

Canada's Emily Brydon sits dejected after crossing the finish line in the women's downhill.

USA's Julia Mancuso reacts after crossing the finish line in the women's downhill, getting silver.

USA's Gold medal Lindsey Vonn holds up the flag during the flower ceremony in the women's downhill.

Comments

[bouke]

fantastic captures! I must commend Richard Lautens on his work at these games as well! keep it up!