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Skikjoring competition, St Moritz, Switzerland
Skikjoring competition, St Moritz, Switzerland, where daredevil skiers are pulled at speeds of up to 50km/hour by unmounted thoroughbreds over the icy frozen lake for 2, 7000m. Date: circa 1920s
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Competition Dangerous Daredevil Dec19 Frozen Horse Drawn Moritz Skiers Skiing Start Thoroughbreds Unusual Whips Unmounted
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Skikjoring in St. Moritz, Switzerland: A Thrilling Blend of Winter Sport and Horse Power Step back in time to the roaring twenties and witness the exhilarating spectacle of a Skikjoring competition in the picturesque town of St. Moritz, Switzerland. This unique winter sport, a fusion of skiing and horse racing, sees daredevil skiers harnessed to unmounted thoroughbreds, hurtling across the icy frozen lake at breathtaking speeds of up to 50km/hour. The photograph captures the raw energy and excitement of the event as skiers take their positions at the start line, their faces a mask of determination and focus. The horses, powerful and muscular, stand taut, their eyes fixed on their human counterparts, ready to unleash their power. The air is thick with anticipation as the skiers, armed with long whips, await the command to set off. Skikjoring, which translates to 'ski driving' in Norwegian, has its origins in Scandinavia and dates back to the early 19th century. It gained popularity in Switzerland during the 1920s and became a much-loved winter tradition in St. Moritz. The sport requires a high level of skill and coordination from both the skier and the horse, with the skier steering the animal using the whip and their body movements. Despite the inherent danger of the sport, with skiers racing at high speeds just inches above the icy lake, the thrill of the competition drew large crowds to St. Moritz each winter. The photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, where the raw power of nature and the courage of man and horse collide in a heart-stopping display of speed and agility.
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