For slalom skiers, it's all about technicality. The course, which is the shortest in alpine skiing, requires athletes to weave in and out of closely placed gates, while also executing high-speed turns and swift changes in direction. It's common for slalom skiers to reach speeds of up to 43 mph during competition. The event has a unique structure, where athletes compete in two rounds on the same day, but on different courses. The winner is determined by whoever has the fastest cumulative time.