Overview
- The 22nd edition began with a snowy prologue in Avoriaz on January 10 that served as a public showcase and rehearsal for teams.
- Race officials say stage profiles may be adjusted during the event based on weather, snowpack and natural-risk assessments to protect mushers and dogs.
- Around 65 mushers with roughly 600 dogs are set to cover about 400 kilometers across some 20 Alpine stations, with cumulative elevation reported between 10,000 and 12,000 meters.
- Pre-race coverage identifies defending champion Iker Ozkoidi García as the leading favorite after edging Elsa Borgey in last year’s close finish.
- Logistics are reinforced by partner Suzuki, which supplies a fleet of 21 AllGrip vehicles to ensure organizer mobility between stages.