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Who is racing, when, and how to watch the women’s December 3rd Tremblant World Cup giant slalom

At Tremblant, in the heart of Quebec, history is made on the slopes today as the mountain hosted its first World Cup in four decades. The atmosphere was nothing short of electric, with a massive and vocal crowd, their roars of approval echoing throughout the resort. The women’s Giant Slalom event unfolded with a level of drama and intensity that had the spectators on the edge of their seats.

Among the thunderous cheers, 33-year-old Italian sensation Federica Brignone emerged victorious, etching her name in skiing history. In a display of skill, power and determination, Brignone claimed the top spot and secured her place as the oldest woman ever to conquer a World Cup Giant Slalom. Her triumph also marked a departure from the season’s norm. Switzerland’s Lara Gut-Behrami, who had dominated the GS events until now, faced a formidable challenge and relinquished her customary position at the podium’s top step. Tremblant’s resounding return to the World Cup circuit was not just a spectacle; it was a history rewritten.

In the women’s Giant Slalom discipline, the competition is razor-close. Lara Gut-Behrami holds the lead, but it’s just a 95-point gap to Sara Hector in fifth place. The standings reveal a tight field: Federica Brignone in second, Petra Vlhova in third, and Mikaela Shiffrin in fourth. To put it in perspective, a World Cup win earns you 100 points. So, every run becomes critical as these top athletes navigate the course, each turn shaping the intense battle for those precious points. The margin is slim, the rivalries fierce, and the struggle for supremacy on the Giant Slalom circuit is as gripping.

2023/24 Women’s World Cup GS standings

The women’s overall competition is heating up. Mikaela Shiffrin leads the pack, holding a slim 64-point edge over Petra Vlhova. The fans can expect more action-packed moments as these athletes go head-to-head in the quest for the overall title.

2023/24 Women’s World Cup overall standings

In 1983, Tremblant solidified its reputation as a world-class ski racing destination by hosting the Women’s World Cup. Despite a mere 17 days of preparation, Tremblant embraced the challenge, highlighting its unwavering commitment to the sport. The event featured Canadian and international athletes competing on the McCulloch and Beauvallon trails for the downhill races while the giant slalom happened on the Flying Mile. This milestone event showcased Tremblant’s agility and dedication to hosting top-tier competitions, leaving a lasting mark on its legacy in ski racing.

The event has united a large audience, inspired the next generation, and showcased Tremblant as a premier destination on the World Cup circuit.

North Americans

In the Tremblant GS races, Paula Moltzan from the Stifel US Ski Team amps up the competition, who is currently ranked 10th for the season. Adding to the excitement, top North American Mikaela Shiffrin (USA) is ranked 4th, and hometown favorite Valerie Grenier at 7th promises great North American results. The buzz is high as these outstanding North American athletes gear up to take on Tremblant’s Flying Mile race venue for the second day.

North American women who have scored World Cup GS points this season

There are a total of ten North Americans are entered in the December 3rd Tremblant World Cup GS

• Bib , Mikaela Shiffrin, Stifel USST, Burke Mountain, Academy, Atomic, Oakley
• Bib , Valerie Grenier, ACA, Club de Ski Mont Tremblant, Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves
• Bib , Paula Moltzan, Stifel USST, University of Vermont, Ski and Snowboard Club, Vail, Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves, Oakley
• Bib 31, Britt Richardson, ACA, Calgary Alpine Racing Club, Burke Mountain, Academy, Dynastar/Lange/Look, Oakley, Level Gloves
• Bib 35, Cassidy Gray, ACA, Team Panorama, Atomic, Level Gloves
• Bib 37, AJ Hurt, Stifel USST, Team Palisades Tahoe, HEAD
• Bib 47, Elisabeth Bocock, Stifel USST, Rowmark Ski Academy, Rossignol/LOOK
• Bib 52, Sarah Bennett, ACA, Stoneham, Québec Ski Team, Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves
• Bib 57, Justine Clement, University of Vermont, Club de ski Stoneham, Rossignol, LOOK, Level Gloves
• Bib 59, Justine Lamontagne, Montana State University, Mount Sainte-Anne, Rossignol/LOOK

Sixty-one women representing 18 nations are on the Saturday, December 2nd Tremblant World Cup GS start list.

The women’s first run starts at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time and 8:00 a.m. on the West Coast. The second run will begin at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Time and 11:15 am on the West Coast.  

In the USA, the women’s World Cups in Tremblant will be available for viewing live and as a replay on the Ski & Snowboard Live streaming service.

In Canada, sports enthusiasts can watch the World Cup on CBC Sports

First run Start list and race program for Saturday, December 3rd, Tremblant World Cup women’s GS

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Program for the Saturday, December 2nd, Tremblant World Cup women’s GS