Scheib cheers: First podium for ÖSV women in the giant slalom!

Scheib cheers: First podium for ÖSV women in the giant slalom!

Semmering, Österreich - In a spectacular giant slalom in Sölden, which gathered the best athletes in the world, the Italian Federica Brignone triumphed impressively. Styrian Julia Scheib sensationally secured third place and thus celebrated her first podium in her career. Brignone won in front of the New Zealander Alice Robinson, who only finished 0.17 seconds behind her. For the Austrian women, this was the first podium in a giant slalom since Katharina Liensberger on December 28, 2019, reports Nachrichten.at.

Julia Scheib, who severely serious with their 14th place in the first round, fought forward in the final with the second best term. "I used the slopes very well. But you can also see what is inside when you fight. The goal. The first podium is supercool," said the 26-year-old at the finish. Meanwhile, the race attracted 15,800 spectators to the glacier, while some Austrian athletes, including Stephanie Brunner and Franziska Gritsch, achieved less pleasant positions, as ORF reported.

difficulties and emotions

The event was not only a scene for sporting success, but also for emotional moments. The defending champion in the overall World Cup, Lara Gut-Behrami from Switzerland, announced her waiver due to fitness problems and emotional difficulties after the flu, which she plagued in preparation. This confirmed the drama that was in the competition. The anticipation for the slalom on Sunday is great and the athletes hope for better performances, while fans are enthusiastic and support.