Triumph in Alta Badia: Odermatt Dominates Giant Slalom
Giant Slalom Showdown in Alta Badia
Teh Swiss skier Marco Odermatt secured a commanding victory in the giant slalom event held in Alta Badia, Italy. Starting from third place after the first run, Odermatt showcased his dominance, finishing a remarkable 0.85 seconds ahead of France’s Leo Anguenot, who achieved his first-ever podium finish in the process. Norway’s Alexander Steen Olsen rounded out the top three, trailing Odermatt by 0.88 seconds.
Žampa Matches Career Best with Impressive Performance
Slovakia’s andreas Žampa delivered a strong performance, securing 18th place and equaling his best-ever World Cup result. This impressive feat mirrors his previous achievement in the Adelboden giant slalom back in January 2018.
Starting with a high bib number (61) in the first run, Žampa clocked the 26th fastest time, trailing leader Zubčić by 2.25 seconds.he began the second run with a strong pace, finding his rhythm early on. A minor error in the lower section of the course cost him valuable time, but he still managed to climb eight positions, earning 13 crucial points for the season.
Žampa’s performance saw him outperform several top skiers, including Lucas Braathen, Alexis Pinturault, and Marc Schwarz.
Reflecting on his performance, Žampa shared, “I felt good at the top. I lost some momentum in the middle section, but I made a mistake in the lower part due to a wave-like section. I’m happy with the result. It’s a great feeling to give myself a christmas present, and I hope this momentum continues into the new year.” He also commented on the challenging conditions, stating, “The skiers in the top seven even considered canceling the race.”
Odermatt Shines as Top Swiss Skier of the Season
The race was heavily impacted by the poor condition of the slope, sparking debate among skiers even before the start.. Nór Henrik Kristoffersen označil podmienky za “nebezpečné” a podľa neho sa ani nemalo lyžovať.
Najlepšie sa s nimi nakoniec popasoval Odermatt,obhajca veľkého i malého krištáľového glóbusu si pripísal štvrté víťazstvo v sezóne a celkovo 41. v kariére v prestížnom seriáli.
VIDEO: Víťazná jazda Marca Odermatta
V ”obráku” zaznamenal 25. triumf a osamostatnil sa na treťom mieste historického poradia.
Švajčiar si vďaka zisku 100 bodov upevnil vedenie v celkovom poradí SP a dostal sa na čelo priebežnej klasifikácii disciplíny.V Alta Badii vyhral už štvrtýkrát za sebou a v piatom z uplynulých šiestich “obrákov”.
odermatt sa vďaka 41. víťazstvu v kariére stal najúspešnejším švajčiarskym mužským lyžiarom.
Prekonal zápis svojho krajana Pirmina Zurbriggena,ktorý jazdil v rokoch 1981 až 1990.
Celkový rekord lyžiarov zo Švajčiarska drží Vreni Schneiderová, ktorá má na konte 55 prvenstiev v pretekoch SP.
je to bláznivé
“Je to bláznivé. Byť najlepší švajčiarsky zjazdár… Pirmin Zurbriggen je najväčšia legenda, akú máme vo Švajčiarsku v celej lyžiarskej histórii, takže je to veľmi špeciálny moment,” vyznal sa Odermatt.
V 2. kole predviedol agresívnejšiu jazdu ako v prvom: “Každá jazda je tu iná. Ráno to bolo veľmi náročné vzhľadom na meniace sa podmienky a šialené kolo.
Po prehliadke trate som sa cítil lepšie. Videl som, že podložka je v lepšom stave a je to menej nebezpečné, takže som vedel, že môžem jazdiť podľa plánu a útočiť,” citovala ho agentúra AP.
V 2. kole vyšla okrem odermattovi jazda aj Anguenotovi, ktorý dosiahol životný úspech. Líder po prvom kole Chorvát Filip Zubčič urobil viacero chýb a napokon skončil mimo pódia.
Na tretieho Olsena stratil päť stotín sekundy. Najvýraznejší posun dosiahol Thibaut Favrot z Francúzska, ktorý sa z 27. miesta po 1. kole dostal až do najlepšej desiatky.
Odermatt Rises to the Top in Alta Badia, Žampa Secures Career-Best Equaling Finish
The Italian slopes of Alta Badia witnessed an impressive display of skill and strategy this weekend with the men’s Giant Slalom event captivating spectators and solidifying Marco Odermatt’s position as a dominant force in the discipline.
Odermatt, starting from third after the first run, showcased his trademark precision and power, carving through the course with unmatched fluidity. His remarkable performance saw him finish a commanding 0.85 seconds ahead of France’s Leo Anguenot, marking a significant milestone for the young skier as he secured his maiden World Cup podium finish. Norway’s Alexander Steen Olsen completed the top three,trailing odermatt by a mere 0.88 seconds, showcasing the fierce competition at the top of the leaderboard.
While the podium finishers rightfully claim the headlines, Slovakia’s Andreas Žampa delivered a riveting performance worthy of special recognition. Starting with a high bib number in the first run, Žampa faced a considerable initial disadvantage. Nonetheless, he battled valiantly, demonstrating remarkable resilience and technical prowess.
His second run was particularly impressive. With a persistent start and a rhythm that seemed to effortlessly flow with the contours of the piste, Žampa showcased his potential. While a minor error in the lower section of the course cost him valuable time, his unwavering commitment to attacking the slopes allowed him to climb eight positions, culminating in an 18th place finish. This remarkable result mirrored his career-best performance achieved in the Adelboden Giant Slalom back in January 2018 and earned him crucial World Cup points for the season. Žampa’s performance was all the more impressive considering he outperformed several seasoned veterans, including Lucas Braathen, Alexis Pinturault, and Marc Schwarz, a testament to his burgeoning talent.
This weekend in Alta Badia offered a captivating blend of established dominance and emerging talent. Odermatt’s victory further solidifies his position among the world’s elite skiers, while Žampa’s performance signals the rise of a potential future champion.The competition is fierce, the stakes are high, and the ski racing world eagerly anticipates the next chapter of this thrilling narrative.
