Crans Montana Women’s World Cup Super-G: Intense Competition and Rising Stars
Cortina d’Ampezzo SG podium GEPA pictures
Who is racing, when and how to watch the Sunday, February 18th Crans-Montana Women’s World Cup super-G
As the Women’s World Cup Super-G (SG) season hits its midpoint, excitement is stirring for the upcoming race in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on Sunday, February 18th. With five races down and five to go, the competition is heating up.
Among the five completed races this season, four different winners emerged, showcasing the depth of talent in women’s skiing. Lara Gut-Behrami of Switzerland claimed victory in the last two races, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown in Crans-Montana.
However, the absence of Italy’s Sofia Goggia, who won the season opener but is sidelined with an injury, adds a twist to the narrative. However, her teammate Federica Brignone and Austrian Cornelia Huetter are also formidable contenders in the chase for the season title.
Last season’s cancellation of the Crans-Montana SG due to weather adds anticipation to this year’s event, with athletes eager to conquer the challenging course.
The battle for the season title is intense, with Gut-Behrami leading the pack but closely followed by Huetter. Brignone remains a strong contender, poised to capitalize on the remaining races.
Top Ranked Super-G Women for the 2024 Season
Forty-nine skiers from 13 countries are on the start list for Sunday, February 18th, Cran-Montana, Switzerland super-G.
Nations Cup standings
Austria holds a narrow lead over Switzerland in the super-G Nations Cup standings, with Italy trailing closely behind. North American teams, represented by the USA and Canada, strive to climb the ranks, facing tough competition from their European counterparts.
Fourteen countries have athletes who have scored 2024 World Cup points.
North Americans
Lauren Macuga, ranked 20th, emerges as a rising star among North American athletes, securing her first SG points season and aiming for a spot in the World Cup Finals. However, the absence of Mikaela Shiffrin, still recovering from injury, leaves a void in the American lineup.
Canada’s Valérie Grenier showed promise earlier in the season but is sidelined for the remainder, leaving the spotlight on other North American contenders, Jacqueline Wiles and Isabella Wright, who are determined to make their mark in the remaining races.
Alpine Canada Alpin did not enter any racers in the Crans-Montana speed series.
North American Women who have earned 2024 World Cup Super-G Points
North Americans Entered for the Sunday, February 18th, Crans-Montana World Cup Super-G.
- Bib 32, Isabella Wright, Stifel USST, Snowbird Sports Education Foundation, Atomic, Level Gloves
Crans-Montana
Crans-Montana is nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, a world-class ski resort established by combining Crans and Montana. With expansive 140-kilometer trails and 24 ski lifts, Crans-Montana is ideal for winter sports enthusiasts of all levels.
Located on a plateau above Sierre, approximately 1,500 meters, Crans-Montana offers breathtaking views of the Valais Alps, including the majestic Weisshorn. It hosted the 1987 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships, and in 2027, the spotlight will once again shine on Crans-Montana as it prepares to welcome the world’s best again.
When and how to watch
The women’s super-G starts at 4:30 am Eastern Time, 1:30 am Pacific Time, and 10:30 CET.
In the USA, the women’s World Cups in Crans-Montana will be available for viewing live and as a replay on Ski & Snowboard Live.
In Canada, sports enthusiasts can watch the World Cup on CBC Sports
Start List and daily program for Sunday, February 18th, Crans-Montana Women’s World Cup Super-G
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The daily program for Sunday, February 18th, Crans-Montana Women’s World Cup Super-G
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