Robinson Dominates First Slalom Run in Sestrières
New Zealand’s Alice Robinson, the 2025 World Vice-Champion, asserted her dominance in the opening giant slalom run at Sestrières, Italy. Her commanding performance, clocked at 1:03.23, secured the top spot in the challenging conditions.
A Narrow Lead,But a Clear Victory
Robinson’s lead over Swiss competitor lara Gut-Behrami,who was eliminated in the first round,was a mere 0.06 seconds. Canadian Britt Richardson,a surprising contender,placed third,just 0.07 seconds behind Robinson.
Brignone Holds fourth, shiffrin Out
italian Federica Brignone, battling illness since the 2025 world Championships, secured fourth place, 0.12 seconds behind Robinson. Her performance could bolster her world Cup standing. American Mikaela Shiffrin,unfortunately,was eliminated from the second round,finishing 2.50 seconds behind Robinson in 33rd place. This disappointing result suggests a notable struggle for the American in the giant slalom format.
Other Notable Performances
- Swedish Olympic champion Sara Hector placed fifth, 0.39 seconds behind Robinson.
- American Paula Moltzan, despite an 11th-place finish (0.70 seconds behind Robinson), still holds a chance for victory.
The Race Continues
The second round of the giant slalom is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. GMT. The slalom event will conclude the Sestrières stage on Sunday.
Shiffrin Aims for Historic Alpine Triumph
The 2024-2025 Alpine Ski World Cup season promises thrilling races, with Mikaela Shiffrin poised to etch her name into the record books. The pressure is on, as she seeks an unprecedented 100th World Cup victory, a feat unseen in the history of alpine skiing.
A Season of High Stakes
The season kicks off in October with a giant slalom in Sölden. Nearly 90 races are scheduled until March, showcasing the sport’s global reach adn intensity. Shiffrin’s performance will be closely watched, as she strives to dominate the circuit.
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