Stifel U.S. Ski Team Goes 1–2 First Run in Flachau Night Slalom
The Stifel U.S. Ski Team went 1–2 in the first run of the Flachau women’s slalom, with Mikaela Shiffrin leading Paula Moltzan under the lights.
Flachau women’s World Cup slalom start list & program: classic night race showdown
A classic women’s World Cup night slalom returns to Flachau as Mikaela Shiffrin faces renewed pressure from Camille Rast in the heart of Austrian ski racing.
Camille Rast Wins Flachau Slalom as Liensberger Falls Short
Camille Rast claimed a stunning victory at the Flachau Night Slalom, rising seven positions from her first run to secure her second career win. The Swiss skier held off teammate Wendy Holdener, who finished 0.26 seconds back in second, and Sweden’s Sara Hector in third. Katharina Liensberger, the fastest from the first run, couldn’t deliver under immense pressure, finishing fourth to the disappointment of the Austrian crowd. With the win, Rast reclaimed the lead in the slalom standings, making it a night to remember for Switzerland.
Liensberger Leads Flachau Night Slalom; Moltzan and Hurt Qualify
Austria’s Katharina Liensberger thrilled the home crowd during the first run of the Flachau night slalom, delivering a commanding performance to lead the standings. The race was not without surprises, as tour leader Zrinka Ljutić struggled and failed to qualify for the second run. Meanwhile, Paula Moltzan, AJ Hurt, and Nina O’Brien of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, along with Canada’s Laurence St-Germain and Amelia Smart, secured spots in the top 30. Seven skiers with bibs above 30, including Italy’s Marta Rossetti and Japan’s Asa Ando, also advanced, setting the stage for an exciting second run.
Shiffrin’s Return: Previewing the Flachau Women’s World Cup Night Slalom
As the Flachau Austria Women's World Cup night slalom approaches, Tuesday, January 16th, all eyes are on Mikaela Shiffrin, who is set to start her first race since the Kranjska Gora, Slovenia Slalom on January 7th. Who is racing in Flachau, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup night slalom on January 16th.
