Three South Korean Ski Racers Die in NZ Car Accident

26th August 2024

They were in New Zealand with the national ski team competing in and training for the Winter Games NZ.

The accident happened near Queenstown on State Highway 79 on the South Island.

They were driving to a training camp at Roundhill Ski Area in Tekapod area.

All three were pronounced dead at the scene.

No further details have been released and an investigation is underway.

Image c/o Korea Ski & Snowboard Association