Ski World Cup: Women's giant slalom promises excitement in Saalbach!

Ski World Cup: Women's giant slalom promises excitement in Saalbach!

On February 13, 2025, the World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm will face an exciting highlight: the women's giant slalom. The first round of the highly anticipated race begins at 9:45 a.m., followed by the second round at 1:15 p.m. The atmosphere is charged as numerous fans come to the fan mile from 8:00 a.m. to support the best female skiers in Europe. How laola1.at reports, the day not only promises top sporting performances, but also numerous entertainment options for spectators.

The Austrian medal hopes

Julia Scheib, Katharina Liensberger, Stephanie Brunner and Katharinarupp are competing for the Austrian team. In particular, Julia Scheib, who achieved third place in Sölden, is considered one of the favorites. She expressed her optimism: “I hope that it will be a good day and perhaps luck will be on my side.” However, she also has to assert herself against strong competition, because the world champion Mikaela Shiffrin is missing this year krone.at determines.

Weather conditions could also create an additional challenge. Even though there are signs of trouble, the Austrian quartet remains confident. The home advantage plays a role, says Brunner: “Of course I also know that I have to succeed in two bomb runs in order for me to achieve something.” The focus is now fully on the race as the athletes do everything they can to get the best out of themselves. The fans can look forward to an exciting race!