Bending Gates

Episode 2

Inside the Mind of a Ski Athlete

What does it take to be a professional alpine skier? Swiss Alpine Ski National Team members Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard give us exclusive insights into their sport.

Episode 3

Team Spirit

Swiss alpine skiers Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard are not only friends and team-mates, but also competitors. How do they keep the team spirit alive? We follow them on the FIS Ski World Cup tour.

Episode 4

Preparation is Key

Before a race, the visualisation and inspection of the track are essential for Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard. Find out how they each get ready for a race, both physically and mentally.

Episode 5

Equipment Makes the Difference

Next to mental and physical readiness, their skis and other equipment are important essentials to ensure success for Swiss alpine skiing team-mates Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard.

Episode 6

Lights, Camera, Skiing

As professional athletes, Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard are constantly under the glare of the media spotlight, and they have to find the time to fulfil their commitments to their sponsors and partners.

Episode 7

The Pressure is On

How do Swiss skiing team-mates Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard keep their spirits up despite defeats along the way? And, will the FIS Ski World Cup season end on a high note?

Episode 8

All or Nothing

It's the final countdown to the FIS Ski World Cup season finale in the Swiss ski resort of Lenzerheide. How will local heroes Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard handle the pressure?