The St. Moritz Super-G finale was canceled due to unstable weather, delaying Lauren Macuga and Lindsey Vonn’s next opportunity to compete until St. Anton in January.
Filip Zubcic leads after the first run in Alta Badia. Alexander Steen Olsen in second and Marco Odermatt in third. River Radamus in eleventh.
The iconic Gran Risa in Alta Badia, Italy, hosts the next Men’s World Cup Giant Slalom on Sunday, Dec. 22. Marco Odermatt, fresh off his Val d’Isère victory, returns to a venue where he has won four times. Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen leads the GS standings, with teammates Alexander Steen Olsen and Atle Lie McGrath looking to challenge. The U.S. squad, led by River Radamus, will aim to break into the top ranks. Fans can catch the action live at 4:00 a.m. ET on Ski And Snowboard Live.
Lindsey Vonn returns to the St. Moritz slope for the second Super-G race of the weekend, building on her impressive 14th-place finish in her comeback to World Cup competition. Facing a stacked field led by today’s winner Cornelia Huetter, runner-up Lara Gut-Behrami, and third-place Sofia Goggia, Vonn aims to refine her performance on one of her most successful tracks. With snow and clouds expected, the conditions promise an unpredictable and thrilling race.
The first of two St. Moritz super-G races delivered excitement from start to finish, with Lindsey Vonn’s much-anticipated comeback adding a historic layer to the event. While Austria’s Cornelia Hütter claimed victory and a star-studded podium showcased the best in the sport, Vonn’s 14th-place finish proved she remains a formidable competitor. The race also highlighted strong performances from the Italian team, which placed four skiers in the top six, demonstrating their dominance in speed events.
Marco Odermatt secures third downhill victory and first on the Saslong track in Val Gardena/Gröden. His Swiss teammate, Franjo Von Allmen achieves 2nd and Stifel US Ski Team athlete, Ryan Cochran-Siegle secures 3rd.
Val Gardena-Gröden Downhill Preview: Who’s Racing and How to Watch. The Saslong downhill in Val Gardena is one of the most demanding courses on the World Cup circuit, stretching 3,446 meters with a vertical drop of 839 meters.
At just 22 years old, Lauren Macuga is rapidly emerging as a standout in Alpine skiing. In her third World Cup season, she has already made her mark with three top-10 Super-G finishes last year and a stunning fourth-place result in the downhill at Beaver Creek to kick off this season. Racing on home snow for the first time, Macuga embraced the challenge of the iconic Birds of Prey course, showcasing her precision, aggression, and growing versatility. With her skills progressing at an impressive pace, she’s proving to be a force to watch on the World Cup circuit.
Lindsey Vonn’s highly anticipated return headlines this weekend’s Super-G races in St. Moritz, where she faces a stacked field including Lara Gut-Behrami, Sofia Goggia, and Austria’s top talent. Rising U.S. stars Lauren Macuga and Keely Cashman aim to build on strong starts, while Haley Cutler and Breezy Johnson look to make their mark. The action begins early Saturday, promising excitement on one of the World Cup’s most iconic tracks.
Italy’s Mattia Casse claimed his first World Cup victory in the Val Gardena / Gröden super-G, edging Jared Goldberg of the U.S. by just 0.01 seconds. Casse celebrated his milestone win at the same venue where he earned his first podium two years ago, crediting his love for the slope and conditions. Goldberg, fired up after his career-best finish, delivered the U.S. men’s first podium of the season, while pre-race favorite Marco Odermatt of Switzerland rounded out the top three.
Approaching her first World Cup race in nearly six years, Lindsey Vonn is back in her happy place. The 40-year-old feels stronger and better prepared to race than ever before.
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The Val Gardena / Gröden Super-G promises thrilling action on the legendary Saslong course. Known for its demanding terrain, the track features a 490-meter vertical drop over 2.1 kilometers, testing skiers with fast, sweeping turns and technical precision. Last year’s podium finishers—Austria’s Vincent Kriechmayr, teammate Daniel Hemetsberger, and Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt—return to battle for the top spot. With North American standouts like James Crawford, River Radamus, and Ryan Cochran-Siegle in the mix, fans can expect intense competition on Friday, Dec. 20.
Mikaela Shiffrin is recovering at home in Colorado after surgery for a punctured oblique muscle sustained during a crash at the Killington giant slalom. Reflecting on the fine margins of ski racing, Shiffrin said, “There’s a difference of just a few centimeters between crashing like that or winning a run.”
Killington Resort, the largest ski destination in the Northeast, is embarking on a new chapter under local ownership. A group of local investors, led by longtime Killington homeowners Phill Gross and Michael Ferri, has acquired Killington and neighboring Pico Mountain.
Mia Hunt shares her thrilling journey from a time trial in Aspen to her World Cup debut in Killington, where she raced alongside her idols and found new inspiration to climb to the top.
The Italian “speed queen,” Sofia Goggia, unveiled incredible confidence coming back to super-G competition and reigned victorious at the Stifel Birds of Prey. Three Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes secure supr-G points.
Henrik Kristoffersen claimed his first victory of the season in Val d’Isère with a commanding second run, edging teammate Atle Lie McGrath and Switzerland’s Loïc Meillard for the top spot. Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen delivered a stunning 22-position climb to tie for fourth, while Jett Seymour secured his first points of the season, finishing 21st for the U.S. Ski Team.
Steven Amiez thrilled the home crowd in Val d’Isère, delivering the fastest first-run time under flat light on the challenging Stade Olympique de Bellevarde. With six racers within a second of his lead, including Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen and Atle Lie McGrath, the stage is set for an intense afternoon finale. Jett Seymour of the U.S. earned the final qualifying spot, securing his first second run of the season.
For only the second time in history, the Women’s World Cup returns to the iconic Birds of Prey course in Beaver Creek, Colorado, for a super-G race. Traditionally reserved for men’s speed events, this legendary venue promises steep pitches, blind turns, and technical challenges for the world’s best female skiers. Read the full story for course details, key athletes to watch, and what makes this event a milestone in the sport.
Austria’s Cornelia Huetter claimed victory in the first-ever women’s Birds of Prey downhill, while rising American star Lauren Macuga delivered a career-best fourth-place finish, thrilling the home crowd.
The Val d’Isère slalom is back after last season’s race was canceled due to heavy overnight snowfall, which left the race crew unable to prepare the course. This year’s event promises a star-studded showdown, with several big names eager to leave their mark. The Val d’Isère slalom returns this weekend, featuring top contenders like Clément Noël, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, and Manuel Feller. Noël, who leads the season with two wins, is questionable after an ankle sprain. North American skiers, led by Ben Ritchie, aim to make their mark, while Marco Schwarz makes his comeback. Catch the action live on Ski and Snowboard Live or CBC Sports. The Val d’Isère slalom returns this weekend, featuring top contenders like Clément Noël, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, and Manuel Feller. Noël, who leads the season with two wins, is questionable after an ankle sprain. North American skiers, led by Ben Ritchie, aim to make their mark, while Marco Schwarz makes his comeback. Catch the action live on Ski and Snowboard Live or CBC Sports. The Val d’Isère slalom returns this weekend, featuring top contenders like Clément Noël, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, and Manuel Feller. Noël, who leads the season with two wins, is questionable after an ankle sprain. North American skiers, led by Ben Ritchie, aim to make their mark, while Marco Schwarz makes his comeback. Catch the action live on Ski and Snowboard Live or CBC Sports.
Marco Odermatt Dominates the GS in Val D'Isère. He ties for top GS wins. Austrians Feurstein and Brennsteiner celebrates on the podium.
Marco Odermatt sets the pace after the first run Val D'Isère. Henrik Kristoffersen in 2nd and Loïc Meillard in 3rd.
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