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Madonna Night Slalom: First Run Drama

The first run of the Madonna di Campiglio Men’s World Cup Night Slalom delivered drama and excitement on the challenging Canalone Miramonti slope. With a well-prepared surface despite 40 centimeters (16 inches) of wet snow earlier, top seeds like Clément Noël and Marco Schwarz struggled, exiting early, while Norway’s Atle Lie McGrath seized the lead. Impressive performances from higher bib numbers added to the excitement, with ten skiers outside the top 30 qualifying, including Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour in 17th and Sweden’s Gustav Wissting in 27th. The stage is set for a thrilling second run under the lights.

By | 2025-01-08T16:45:14-07:00 January 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Madonna Night Slalom: First Run Drama
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Madonna di Campiglio Night Slalom: Top Contenders and How to Watch

The iconic 3Tre Madonna di Campiglio Night Slalom returns on January 8, 2025, kicking off the new year with high-stakes action on the legendary Canalone Miramonti slope. Austria’s Marco Schwarz, last year’s champion at this venue, headlines a stacked field that includes favorites Clément Noël, Henrik Kristoffersen, and Loïc Meillard. With North American hopefuls like Jett Seymour and Erik Read also in the mix, this fifth slalom of the season promises thrilling competition under the lights. Don’t miss the world’s best battling for glory in one of alpine skiing’s most prestigious events.

By | 2025-01-07T11:34:49-07:00 January 7th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Madonna di Campiglio Night Slalom: Top Contenders and How to Watch
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Ljutic Wins Kranjska Gora Slalom, Back-to-Back Victories

Zrinka Ljutic delivered a stunning performance in the Kranjska Gora slalom, claiming her second consecutive World Cup win. The young Croatian edged out Swiss veteran Wendy Holdener by 0.16 seconds, with Sweden’s Anna Swenn Larsson rounding out the podium. The dramatic second run saw multiple lead changes, with Holdener briefly taking the top spot before Ljutic’s composed and precise skiing sealed the victory.

By | 2025-01-05T08:26:04-07:00 January 5th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Ljutic Wins Kranjska Gora Slalom, Back-to-Back Victories
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Holdener and Ljutic Lead Tight Kranjska Gora Slalom After First Run

Despite the absence of Petra Vlhová, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Laurence St-Germain due to injuries, Sunday’s World Cup slalom in Kranjska Gora delivered thrilling performances. Croatian standout Zrinka Ljutic and Swiss veteran Wendy Holdener tied for the lead after the first run, with the top five skiers separated by just 0.78 seconds. Germany’s Lena Dürr shocked fans with an early exit, while rising talents like Melanie Meillard and Emma Aicher seized the spotlight. Switzerland showcased depth with seven qualifiers for the second run, while Canada struggled, failing to advance any racers.

By | 2025-01-05T03:57:51-07:00 January 5th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Holdener and Ljutic Lead Tight Kranjska Gora Slalom After First Run
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2025 Kranjska Gora Slalom: First World Cup Slalom of the New Year

The Kranjska Gora slalom, the site of AJ Hurt’s career-first World Cup podium just a year ago. With top contenders like Camille Rast, Lena Dürr, and Zrinka Ljutić vying for critical points in the tight slalom title race, this preview offers a detailed look at the athletes, past results, and what’s at stake in this pivotal World Cup event.

By | 2025-01-04T11:03:33-07:00 January 4th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on 2025 Kranjska Gora Slalom: First World Cup Slalom of the New Year
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Hector Wins Kranjska Gora GS as Rising Stars Shine

Sweden’s Sara Hector claimed a commanding victory at the Kranjska Gora Giant Slalom, securing her second win of the season and taking the lead in the GS standings. Albania’s rising star Lara Colturi earned her first career GS podium in second, while New Zealand’s Alice Robinson, known for her power and aggression, finished third. AJ Hurt delivered her best result of the season in 10th, with teammate Nina O’Brien close behind in 11th. Austria’s Julia Scheib impressed with the fastest second run, climbing to fourth, while Argentina’s Francesca Baruzzi Farriol made history by scoring her first World Cup points in 30th.

By | 2025-01-04T07:00:44-07:00 January 4th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Hector Wins Kranjska Gora GS as Rising Stars Shine
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Hector Dominates First Run at Kranjska Gora GS Amid Surprises

Sweden’s Sara Hector dominated the first run on Kranjska Gora’s challenging Podkoren slope, leading by 1.19 seconds. Surprises included Italy’s Federica Brignone failing to finish and 18-year-old Lara Colturi delivering the second-fastest time. North Americans AJ Hurt and Nina O’Brien also impressed, while higher bibs capitalized on opportunities to qualify for the afternoon finale.

By | 2025-01-04T03:44:55-07:00 January 4th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Hector Dominates First Run at Kranjska Gora GS Amid Surprises
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Zrinka Ljutic Ends 22-Year Croatian Drought with Semmering Win

With Germany’s Lena Dürr leading the race, all eyes turned to 20-year-old Croatia’s Zrinka Ljutic, the fastest skier from the first run, to decide the winner. Benefiting from her father setting the first run course, Ljutic entered the second run with a 0.51-second advantage over Dürr. Despite Dürr’s impressive second run, which included a significant mistake, Ljutic extended her lead to 1.75 seconds, clinching her first World Cup victory. The win was historic, marking the first time in 22 years that a Croatian woman claimed a World Cup victory, following in the footsteps of skiing legend Janica Kostelić. Ljutic, who had previously earned three slalom podiums, finally stood atop the podium in a breakthrough moment for her career.

By | 2024-12-29T08:30:22-07:00 December 29th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Zrinka Ljutic Ends 22-Year Croatian Drought with Semmering Win
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Semmering Slalom: Ljutic Leads, North Americans Eye Second Run Comeback

Zrinka Ljutic holds a commanding lead after the first run of the Semmering slalom, with Germany’s Lena Dürr and Switzerland’s Camille Rast in pursuit. North Americans Amelia Smart and AJ Hurt aim to climb the ranks in an exciting afternoon finale.

By | 2024-12-29T04:39:49-07:00 December 29th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Semmering Slalom: Ljutic Leads, North Americans Eye Second Run Comeback
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Semmering Slalom 2024: Stars Shine in Shiffrin’s Absence

The Women’s World Cup slalom returns to Semmering, Austria, without Mikaela Shiffrin, shifting the spotlight to other top contenders like Camille Rast, Katharina Liensberger, and Paula Moltzan. Discover who’s racing, how to watch, and what to expect from this season's stars.

By | 2024-12-28T13:21:20-07:00 December 28th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Semmering Slalom 2024: Stars Shine in Shiffrin’s Absence
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Haugan Wins Alta Badia Slalom as Seymour Shines and Meillard Surges

Norway’s Timon Haugan delivered a dominant performance to win the 2024 Alta Badia World Cup Slalom, marking the second slalom victory of his career. Haugan’s clean and attacking skiing secured a commanding margin over Switzerland’s Loïc Meillard, who surged six spots with the second-fastest run of the day, and teammate Atle Lie McGrath, who claimed his third podium of the season. Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour also impressed, finishing 13th to cap off a thrilling day on the Gran Risa course.

By | 2024-12-23T08:25:48-07:00 December 23rd, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Haugan Wins Alta Badia Slalom as Seymour Shines and Meillard Surges
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Alta Badia Slalom: Noël’s Return, Norwegian Dominance, and USA Breakthrough

The Alta Badia slalom delivered thrilling action as Clément Noël returned from injury to claim third after the first run, with Norwegians Timon Haugan and Atle Lie McGrath leading the charge. Amid icy conditions that favored precision, eight racers with bibs above 30, including Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour and River Radamus, qualified for the afternoon finale. Seymour’s 13th-place finish and Radamus’s 25th marked the first time this season that two North Americans advanced to a World Cup slalom second run, highlighting a day of opportunity and progress on the challenging Gran Risa course.

By | 2024-12-23T04:00:07-07:00 December 23rd, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Alta Badia Slalom: Noël’s Return, Norwegian Dominance, and USA Breakthrough
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Alta Badia Men’s Slalom Preview: Key Racers, Storylines, and How to Watch

The Alta Badia men’s World Cup slalom on Dec. 23 brings together 72 athletes from 22 nations, with Austria leading the entries and seven skiers in the top 30. The race marks Clément Noël’s return after missing Val d'Isère due to injury, while Henrik Kristoffersen leads the standings after three events. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Ben Ritchie and Jett Seymour aim to build on early points, with Erik Read carrying momentum from his Alta Badia GS performance.

By | 2024-12-22T10:39:04-07:00 December 22nd, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Alta Badia Men’s Slalom Preview: Key Racers, Storylines, and How to Watch
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Kristoffersen Claims Val d’Isère Slalom Win as Seymour Scores Season’s First 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.

By | 2024-12-15T07:56:52-07:00 December 15th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Kristoffersen Claims Val d’Isère Slalom Win as Seymour Scores Season’s First Points
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Steven Amiez Leads Tight Val d’Isère Slalom as Jett Seymour Sneaks Into Top 30

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.

By | 2024-12-15T04:44:32-07:00 December 15th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Steven Amiez Leads Tight Val d’Isère Slalom as Jett Seymour Sneaks Into Top 30
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Clément Noël Shines as Ritchie 21st in Gürgl Slalom

Clément Noël skied with confidence and composure to secure his second slalom victory of the season, keeping his perfect record intact. Jakobsen finished second, 0.43 seconds back, while Lie McGrath rounded out the podium in third, just 0.44 seconds behind Noël.

By | 2024-11-25T08:00:15-07:00 November 24th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Clément Noël Shines as Ritchie 21st in Gürgl Slalom
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Opening Run Clément Noël Dominates in Gürgl Slalom as Ben Ritchie Impresses

Clément Noël achieves an impressive first run performance in Gürgl. Atle Lie Mcgrath (+0.88) and Steven Amiez (+0.94).

By | 2024-11-25T07:59:36-07:00 November 24th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Opening Run Clément Noël Dominates in Gürgl Slalom as Ben Ritchie Impresses
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Gürgl Men’s World Cup Slalom: Top Contenders, Rising Stars, and How to Watch

The Men’s Alpine World Cup Slalom returns to Gürgl, Austria, on Nov. 24, where racers will tackle the steep and demanding Kirchenkar slope.

By | 2024-11-23T18:33:49-07:00 November 23rd, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Gürgl Men’s World Cup Slalom: Top Contenders, Rising Stars, and How to Watch
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2023/24 World Cup Slalom Skiing: Global Talent, Age Diversity, and Notable Performances.

The 2023/24 World Cup slalom season showcased a diverse range of talent from across the globe. Among the top 30 skiers in both men's and women's categories, the average age stands at 27.6, reflecting a mix of experienced veterans and promising young athletes. Delve into the 2023/24 data

By | 2024-04-23T16:41:47-06:00 April 23rd, 2024 | Comments Off on 2023/24 World Cup Slalom Skiing: Global Talent, Age Diversity, and Notable Performances.
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Brignone Triumphs in Saalbach GS Race, Gut-Behrami Seals Season GS and Overall Titles in Thrilling Finale

the only way Italian Federica Brignone could overtake Lara Gut-Behrami and win the GS title was to win and have Gut-Behrami finish outside the top 15. Delivering fantastic skiing, Brignone attacked both runs at her limit and won the race by an amazing (+1.36). For the fourth time this season, she became the oldest woman to win. However, because Gut-Behrami finished tenth, Brignone fell 21 points short of earning her second World Cup GS title.

By | 2024-03-17T10:03:09-06:00 March 17th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Brignone Triumphs in Saalbach GS Race, Gut-Behrami Seals Season GS and Overall Titles in Thrilling Finale
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Ski Racing Showdown: Gut-Behrami vs. Brignone for Season GS Title in Saalbach

Sunday, March 17th: Saalbach Austria Switzerland's Lara Gut-Behrami will try to lock up the season GS title. However, the only woman with a mathematical possibility of overtaking her is Italian Federica Brignone, who leads after the first run. Brignone would have to win to earn the globe, and Gut-Behrami would have to finish outside the top 15. Gut-Behrami's first run efforts have her ranked 6th (+1.67).

By | 2024-03-17T03:31:33-06:00 March 17th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Ski Racing Showdown: Gut-Behrami vs. Brignone for Season GS Title in Saalbach
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Saalbach Austria Men’s World Cup SL Finals: Feller’s Triumph and Global Showdown

Who is skiing, when and how to watch the men's Sunday, March 17th Saalbach World Cup Slalom Finals On Sunday, March 17th, the Men’s World Cup Finals Slalom (SL) in Saalbach, Austria, will showcase the best of the best in the slalom gate. Only the cream of the crop has made it to the finals.

By | 2024-03-16T13:43:36-06:00 March 16th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Saalbach Austria Men’s World Cup SL Finals: Feller’s Triumph and Global Showdown
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