China Takes Sixth in World Aerials: Team Eyes Milan 2026

China’s aerials squad soared through icy winds but landed sixth at the FIS World Championships mixed team event in Switzerland this week – a bittersweet result for the veteran-led team ahead of next year’s Winter Olympics.

Tough Competition in Swiss Alps

Seven teams battled for just four finals spots in a nail-biting first round. Olympic gold medalist Xu Mengtao kicked off China’s jumps but stumbled her landing (59.61 pts), setting a rocky tone. Teammate Wang Xindi pulled off complex flips but scored 94.69, leaving anchor Qi Guangpu to rally with a flawless 119.03-point leap – still not enough to advance.

Winter Olympics Preview?

“This venue is near next year’s Milan Winter Olympics site – perfect for adapting to new conditions,” Qi told reporters, comparing Switzerland’s softer ‘mud-like’ snow to China’s icy slopes. →? The team now aims to master these differences before 2026.

Podium Dominance

Team USA aced gold with 344.63 points, while Ukraine and Switzerland claimed silver and bronze. For China’s aerial stars, it’s back to training – with Milan’s snowy challenges squarely in sight.