Urban Winter Olympics

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Across
  1. 6. This event sees competitors racing counterclockwise on an oval track, sometimes reaching speeds exceeding 35 mph while wearing specialized footwear. (5,7 letters)
  2. 7. A symbolic event spanning continents and cultures, this tradition ensures the flame's journey to the Opening Ceremony is unbroken. (5,5 letters)
  3. 9. Reaching speeds of over 90 mph, this gravity-fueled sport demands precision steering through an icy labyrinth. (3,6 letters)
  4. 10. Wind conditions and in-run velocity determine success in this event, where athletes launch themselves from an inclined structure, aiming for the longest possible flight. (3,7 letters)
Down
  1. 1. First played at the Olympics in 1920, this sport features six players per side battling on ice, with power plays often shifting momentum. (6 letters)
  2. 2. A physically grueling event where competitors alternate between endurance skiing and pinpoint marksmanship, punishing misses with penalty loops. (8 letters)
  3. 3. Unlike its counterpart, this solo sliding event sees racers plummet headfirst down a frozen track, where aerodynamics and slight weight shifts are crucial. (8 letters)
  4. 4. First introduced in 1908 but later reintroduced in 1924, this discipline blends athleticism with artistry, requiring impeccable footwork and aerial rotations. (6, 7 letters)
  5. 5. This nation, known for its Viking history and mountainous terrain, has accumulated more Winter Olympic medals than any other. (6 letters)
  6. 8. Nicknamed "The Roaring Game," this sport requires teams to master friction, angles, and momentum while guiding heavy polished stones toward a concentric target. (7 letters)