Federica Brignone Leads Tight Semmering GS First Run, North Americans Shine
Federica Brignone led a tight field after the first run of the Semmering GS, holding a slim 0.15-second lead over reigning World Cup GS champion Lara Gut-Behrami. Olympic champion Sara Hector followed in third, just 0.24 seconds back. North American skiers impressed, with Paula Moltzan in fourth and Valerie Grenier in fifth, while seven skiers from the region qualified for the afternoon finale. The diverse field featured standout performances from 11 countries, setting the stage for an exciting second run.











































