Saturday Switch: Kvitfjell Women’s World Cup Downhill Transforms into Super-G
Featured Image: Isabella Wright Kvitfjell SG 2023: GEPA pictures
Who is racing, when, and how to watch the Saturday, March 2nd Kvitfjell Women’s World Cup super-G
Due to safety concerns, the FIS has been unable to provide a training run for the downhill course in Kvitfjell, Norway. Consequently, the scheduled downhill race for Saturday, March 2nd, has been canceled. In its place, a second super-G race will be held. Unlike downhill, super-G races do not involve training runs. This decision comes after last weekend’s cancellation of both women’s super-G races in Val di Fassa due to adverse weather conditions. Therefore, Saturday’s super-G event serves as a replacement for one of those canceled races.
The thrill of the Women’s World Cup Super-G circuit continues to captivate fans as the competition heats up heading into the March 2nd showdown in Kvirtfjell, Norway. With just two regular-season super-G races remaining, the stakes are high as athletes vie for crucial points to secure their spots in the highly anticipated World Cup finals on March 22nd.
In a season marked by dramatic competition, the super-G races have seen five thrilling showdowns, with four winners emerging victorious. The formidable Lara Gut-Behrami is leading the pack and has claimed two victories. Italy’s Federica Brignone, Sofia Goggia, and Austria’s Stephanie Venier have each tasted victory in one race.
Swiss sensation Lara Gut-Behrami currently reigns supreme atop the season standings with an impressive 360 points. But the competition remains fierce, with Austrian Cornelia Huetter and Italian Federica Brignone hot on her heels. A mere 34 points separate the top three. The recent surge of form from Stephanie Venier, sitting just 94 points behind, makes the title chase even more unpredictable.
Top Ten Ranked Super-G Women for the 2024 Season
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Forty-eight skiers from 13 countries are on the start list for Saturday, March 2nd, Kvitfjell super-G.
Nations Cup standings
In the battle for national glory, the Austrian women currently hold the edge in the Nations Cup super-G standings, boasting 1,111 points. However, the Italians and Swiss are in close pursuit, with 974 and 931 points respectively, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown in the remaining two races.
Fifty-seven racers from 14 countries have scored 2024 World Cup super-G points. Austria has 16 women who have scored, Switzerland 11 and Italy 9. The Stifel US Ski Team has six and Canada has two.
North Americans
Among the North American contingent, emerging talent Lauren Macuga of the Stifel US Ski Team shines brightest, making waves with her remarkable rise up the ranks. With consistent performances in all five super-G races this season, including a stellar 10th-place finish in Altenmarkt-Zauchensee, Macuga sits in 22nd place with 69 points, poised to make her World Cup finals debut.
However, the absence of stars like Mikaela Shiffrin and Valérie Grenier due to injuries creates a shadow over additional North American chances for the finals. Yet, there’s still hope as athletes like Isabella Wright aim to seize their moment. With Wright’s recent 17th-place finish in Crans-Montana and two races remaining to qualify, it offers a sense of optimism.
North American Women who have earned 2024 World Cup Super-G Points
North Americans Entered for the Saturday, March 2nd, Kvitfjell World Cup Super-G.
- Bib 33, Isabella Wright, Stifel USST, Snowbird Sports Education Foundation, Atomic, Level Gloves
As the countdown to the final races begins, the Kvitfjell super-G promises to deliver high-speed action, heart-stopping moments, and a fierce battle for supremacy on the Norwegian slopes. With World Cup finals spots up for grabs and the coveted super-G title within reach of a few, the stage is set for a spectacle that will keep fans on the edge of their seats until the last racer crosses the finish line.
About Kvitfjell
Kvitfjell, located in the municipality of Ringebu, Norway, is a leader in the skiing world. Developed for the 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, this resort boasts cutting-edge amenities, including snowmaking technology covering 80% of its alpine pistes. With 23 slopes appropriate for all skill levels, Kvitfjell offers a fantastic skiing experience. Situated near the tranquil river Gudbrandsdalslågen, the resort also features a terrain park and 120km of cross-country trails.
Renowned for its role in the 1994 Winter Olympics, Kvitfjell holds a special place in skiing history. It hosted the men’s and women’s alpine speed events. It witnessed unforgettable moments, like USA’s Tommy Moe’s nail-biting victory in the downhill, where he triumphed over Norway’s Kjetil André Aamodt by a mere 0.04 seconds. Meanwhile, Germany’s Katja Seizinger claimed gold in the women’s downhill, with Picabo Street of the U.S. securing a notable second place. These thrilling competitions solidified Kvitfjell’s reputation as a premier destination for alpine ski racing on the world stage.
When and How to Watch
The women’s super-G starts at 5:00 am Eastern Time, 2:00 am Pacific Time, and 11:00 CET.
In the USA, the women’s World Cups in Kvitfjell, Norway, will be available for live viewing 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 the Saturday, March 2nd, Kvitfjell Women’s World Cup Super-G
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The daily program for the Saturday, March 2nd, Kvitfjell Women’s World Cup Super-G
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