With only a limited number of races completed and Olympic selection looming, the World Cup super-G entered the Christmas break under mounting pressure. From breakout performances and emotional podiums to depleted fields and tightening calendars, both the women’s and men’s disciplines are already taking shape in an Olympic season.
Marco Odermatt opened the Olympic season with a powerful win at the Copper Mountain super-G, highlighted by six late-bib scorers and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde’s emotional World Cup return.
The Saalbach-Hinterglemm World Championships have ignited passion among Austrian athletes and fans, blending history, home-snow advantage, and fierce competition. With roaring crowds of up to 22,500 fueling their performances, Austria’s top racers have delivered standout moments, from Stephanie Venier’s golden super-G run to Vincent Kriechmayr’s inspiring comeback. While injuries sidelined key athletes, the team continues to fight for podiums, and the next generation watches closely, inspired by their heroes on Zwölferkogel’s demanding slopes.
Austrian, Raphael Haaser achieved his first World Championship GS title. Thomas Tumler silver and Loïc Meillard bronze.
Marco Odermatt once again displayed his magnificence, securing victory with a nearly perfect run on Stelvio the Bormio World Cup.
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