Joan Verdú

Joan Verdú Sánchez (born 23 May 1995) is an Andorran World Cup alpine ski racer who specializes in the technical events of slalom, giant slalom and super-G. He made his ski racing debut in 2010.

On 22 January 2012, Verdú finished third at the French national championships. Later that season, he finished third for boys' super-G at 2012 Winter Youth Olympics. He represented Andorra at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 Winter Olympics.

On 9 December 2023, Verdú became the first Andorran ski racer to achieve a World Cup podium. He finished third on the giant slalom in Val-d'Isère, France.

On 16 March 2024, he secured his second World Cup podium, finishing second in the giant slalom at the World Cup Finals in Saalbach, Austria.

Personal life Since August 2022, Verdú is also a YouTube content creator, with a weekly vlog about his performances on the alpine skiing circuit.

He speaks Catalan, Spanish and English fluently.

Since 2025, he has been in a relationship with Spanish influencer Laura Escanes.

World Cup results Season standings

Race podiums 0 wins 2 podiums – (2 GS)

World Championship results

Olympic results