It's been a long wait. Not just for him but for British skiing in general.

We've come close a couple of times. Do you remember the times of Martin and Graham Bell, or even Conrad Bartelski - who I think came 2nd in a downhill in his last race.

paulisi wrote:

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Alain Baxter was the other
Shame Eurosport only showed leg 1 live

There is a bit of talent coming through on the ski team

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 I know, bizarre.  baxter of course could have got a medal in the Winter Olympics if it wasnt For an adverse drugs test - I was never clear if that was deserved, unlucky or faked? 

paulisi wrote:

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Baxter took a cold remedy that was Legal in the UK, but had different ingredients in the US and was illegal.

Careless, but unlucky.

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A simple Vicks nasal spray, if memory serves.