Kriechmayr fights for gold: Ski World Cup promises thrill!

Kriechmayr fights for gold: Ski World Cup promises thrill!

Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Österreich - The Ski-WM 2025 in Saalbach-Hinterglemm really took speed yesterday with action and excitement for the men. The Austrian Vincent Kriechmayr sensationally secured the world championship title in the departure after a gripping race. The 33-year-old, who was on the way back to old strength after a knee injury, delivered a "very good trip" and not only secured the medal, but also set a new best time in the last speed race. This triumph was already preceded by a splendid medal rain for the Austrian team, which had previously celebrated some successes in other disciplines, such as Kleine Zeitung reported.

at 11:30 a.m. the starting signal for the exciting race on Zwölferkogel, which came up with a variety of challenges and an impressive backdrop of 22,500 spectators. After the Swiss Franjo von Allmen presented with an early best time, Kriechmayr triumph and overtook his competitor in the second half of the race, with a clear victory. Marco Odermatt, the defending champion and current Super-G World Champion, was not able to build on the very big form with a sub-optimal performance and remained behind the top places, as well District informed. With this, Austria's team again emphasized its strength in the home race after three medals had already been won in previous competitions.

This victory was particularly important for the native of Vienna in Vienna, since after his injury he was not sure whether he could return to the top. With this success he marks his fourth medal at this World Cup and will be proud to become a catchy name in the conversations about winter sports and victory. Austria is now an unmistakable player at this World Cup in Ski Alpin, and the medal rain should continue!