Italian Olympian Simone Deromedis has seen his Skicross World Cup title ambitions come to an abrupt and unfortunate end following a controversial incident during the race in Gallivare.
The Italian athlete was involved in an unsportsmanlike encounter with competitor Duplessis-Kegomard, who reportedly struck Deromedis in the face. This shocking act of foul play has effectively removed Deromedis from contention for the prestigious World Cup title, leaving widespread disappointment and questions about fair competition in the sport.