The 2025 FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup continued with a thrilling day of racing in the stunning resort town of Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Known for its breathtaking Dolomite mountain backdrop, Cortina has always been a favorite stop on the World Cup circuit, offering a challenging yet beautiful venue for alpine skiers.
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The day’s events included both the women’s downhill and super-G races, where the world’s top female skiers showcased their speed, precision, and resilience. With critical World Cup points on the line, the competition was fierce, and the results will have a significant impact on the overall standings as the season continues.
Women’s Downhill: Shiffrin’s Versatility Shines
The first event of the day was the women’s downhill, and once again, Mikaela Shiffrin proved why she is one of the most versatile skiers in the world. The American skier, known for her dominance in slalom and giant slalom, has continually improved in the speed events, and her performance in Cortina showed just how much progress she has made in downhill racing.
Shiffrin executed a near-perfect run down the challenging Olympia delle Tofane course, showcasing incredible speed, control, and technique. Her clean and aggressive approach allowed her to hold off some of the best downhill specialists, securing a dominant victory. It was her first downhill win of the season, adding yet another layer to her impressive achievements across all disciplines.
Behind Shiffrin, Sofia Goggia, the Italian downhill powerhouse and local hero, put together a fierce challenge. Goggia’s run was fast and aggressive, but she couldn’t quite match Shiffrin’s flawless execution. Despite finishing in second, Goggia’s result was still a strong one, especially considering her reputation on the Cortina course, where she has had previous success.
Jasmine Flury of Switzerland completed the podium in third place. Flury’s solid performance was a reminder of her consistency in the downhill event, and her ability to handle the technicalities of the Olympia delle Tofane course helped her secure a well-earned podium finish.
Women’s Super-G: A Spectacular Performance from Goggia
The women’s super-G followed the downhill, and this race was once again a showcase of the thrilling combination of speed and precision that defines this discipline. Sofia Goggia was the standout performer in the super-G, putting down a run that combined the aggression of a downhill racer with the finesse required for a super-G course.
On the Cortina track, Goggia pushed the limits of speed, taking risks in the turns and holding her line through the technical sections. Her performance was a masterclass in super-G skiing, and she finished with the fastest time, claiming the victory in front of a passionate home crowd. It was a much-needed win for Goggia, who has been aiming for consistency in her speed events, and her dominant run in Cortina marked a key moment in her World Cup campaign.
Behind her, Mikaela Shiffrin showed once again why she is one of the most well-rounded skiers in the world, finishing second in the super-G. Shiffrin’s ability to adapt and compete in all alpine skiing disciplines was on full display, and her consistent performance kept her in contention for the overall World Cup title.
Lara Gut-Behrami of Switzerland rounded out the podium in third place. Gut-Behrami’s super-G skills were evident as she navigated the course with precision, securing another strong result in what has been a consistently successful season for her in the speed events.
Impact on the World Cup Standings
The results from Cortina had important implications for the overall World Cup standings. Mikaela Shiffrin’s second-place finish in the super-G and victory in the downhill have further solidified her position at the top of the overall standings. Her remarkable versatility across disciplines continues to make her the frontrunner in the race for the overall World Cup title.
For Sofia Goggia, her victory in the super-G and second-place finish in the downhill have boosted her standing, keeping her firmly in contention for the downhill title. As one of the most dominant speed specialists in the sport, Goggia will be looking to build on this performance in the upcoming races.
Meanwhile, Lara Gut-Behrami’s podium finish in the super-G adds another strong result to her impressive season, positioning her as a serious contender for the super-G and overall titles.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with the competition heating up as the athletes head into the next stages of the season. The results from Cortina have only added to the anticipation, with Shiffrin’s all-around performance, Goggia’s dominance in speed events, and the growing competition in the standings.
With a mix of technical and speed events still to come, the fight for the overall World Cup title, as well as the discipline titles, will remain intense. As the athletes move on to the next venues, the performances in Cortina will be remembered as crucial moments in what promises to be a thrilling season. Fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the 2025 World Cup season, and with athletes like Shiffrin, Goggia, and Gut-Behrami in the mix, the action is sure to deliver.