The men return to the full-length Saslong for the final day of racing in Val Gardena / Gröden. See the downhill start list, season podiums, and Olympic-season storylines as the World Cup speed week concludes in the Dolomites.
The men’s World Cup speed season continues Thursday with a shortened sprint downhill in Val Gardena. With Olympic implications already in play, the start list shows who races where — plus when and how to watch.
Federica Brignone crashed at the Italian National Championships at Val Di Fassa, resulting in a comminuted leg fracture. Read more.
Federica Brignone thrilled the home crowd in La Thuile, winning the final regular-season super G by just 0.01 seconds over Sofia Goggia. The victory marked Brignone’s third super G win of the season and her tenth across all disciplines, giving her a five-point lead over Lara Gut-Behrami in the race for the Crystal Globe. Romane Miradoli completed the podium in third, while yesterday’s winner, Emma Aicher, skied out after a blistering start. With the World Cup Finals in Sun Valley up next, the battle for the super G title remains wide open.
Germany’s Emma Aicher claimed her first World Cup super-G victory in La Thuile, edging out Italy’s Sofia Goggia and Federica Brignone in a tight battle on a shortened course. Clear skies favored early racers before conditions shifted, while crashes, a course hold, and dramatic moments, including Lindsey Vonn’s fall, added to the excitement. North Americans Lauren Macuga, Valerie Grenier, and Breezy Johnson finished in the points, with one more regular season super-G set for tomorrow.
Alice Robinson leads a competitive first run at the Sestriere World Cup giant slalom. Lara Gut-Behrami in 2nd and Britt Richardson in 3rd.
Federica Brignone dominated the Sestriere giant slalom, building speed with each sector to take a commanding victory on home snow. Alice Robinson skied with power and determination but finished 0.40 seconds back in second, while Norway’s Louise Stjernesund secured third, earning her third career World Cup podium. With another GS race set for tomorrow on the same slope, the battle for the top step is far from over.
With just 0.19 seconds separating Alice Robinson and Federica Brignone, the second run promises a fierce battle for victory. Paula Moltzan is in podium contention, while Sara Hector and a deep field of challengers look to make a push. Mikaela Shiffrin, starting early, has a chance to set the pace, and North Americans Britt Richardson, Nina O’Brien, and AJ Hurt aim to climb the standings. With fast conditions and a tight leaderboard, the afternoon finale is set for an exciting showdown in Sestriere.
Italy claimed gold in the Team Parallel event at the FIS World Ski Championships, edging Switzerland in a dramatic tiebreak finish. Sweden secured bronze after defeating the defending champion Stifel U.S. Ski Team 3-1. The high-intensity matchups featured clutch performances, razor-thin margins, and tiebreak drama, setting the stage for an electrifying start to Saalbach 2025.
Alice Robinson claimed her first World Cup win since 2021 in a dramatic Kronplatz giant slalom, while Paula Moltzan made history with her first-ever GS podium. Robinson’s aggressive second run secured victory, with Lara Gut-Behrami finishing second. Moltzan’s stellar performance electrified the crowd and earned her a career-defining third place.
Italy’s Federica Brignone leads after the first run of the Kronplatz GS, holding a narrow 0.19-second advantage over Switzerland’s Lara Gut-Behrami. With seven skiers within a second of her time and standout performances from North Americans Valérie Grenier and Britt Richardson, the stage is set for an exciting second run.
The Cortina super-G was an exciting day full of emotion. Italian, Federica Brignone achieves her first victory in Cortina. Lara Gut-Behrami earns 2nd and Corinne Suter 3rd. Lindsey Vonn goes out, but was in contention for a top result.
In the 36th and bonus episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Alan and Matt had the privilege to welcome one of Italy's best current racers, Alex Vinatzer, who successfully qualified for both the slalom and giant slalom of the FIS World Cup Finals last season.
Cyprien Sarrazin of France achieved a triumphant run on the Stelvio track in Bormio, Italy. This was his first victory in a World Cup downhill!
Tomorrow, the World Cup Men will give the Zermatt-Cervinia, Gran Becca downhill track another try! Hopefully the weather holds out!
The Canadian Men's World Cup speed team is ready to claim spots on the leaderboard this season, starting with the Zermatt-Cervinia downhill.
The World Cup Zermatt-Cervinia downhill course is debuting this weekend on November 11th and 12th! Can Aleksander Aamodt Kilde remain on top?
World Championships organizing committee has big plans for race venue.
After a record-breaking season, the Italians are working to exceed expectations for 2017-18.
Brignone brings home the hardware on home snow.
Veith returns to the podium and Shiffrin surprises from bib 31.
Who in the world is Cyprien Sarrazin?!
Austrian claims first GS win of the season on legendary track.
Austrian earns first career World Cup win as Nyman leads three Americans into the top 10.
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