Gut-Behrami Challenges for 46th World Cup Win in Semmering
Swiss skiing star Lara Gut-Behrami is on teh cusp of a important milestone. After a thrilling first run in the giant slalom competition at Semmering, Austria, she sits in a strong second place, just 0.15 seconds behind italian Federica Brignone. This performance positions Gut-Behrami to potentially claim her 46th World Cup victory, a testament to her enduring skill and dominance in the sport.
The race, held on a challenging course, saw Gut-Behrami deliver a powerful performance. While she trailed Brignone by 0.23 seconds at the final intermediate timing point, her overall time was remarkable, showcasing her determination and precision. This competition holds special meaning for Gut-Behrami; Semmering marks the location of her first giant slalom podium finish 16 years ago, a moment that launched her into the international spotlight. This yearS race could be a fitting culmination of her career.
However, the competition is fierce. Sweden’s Sara Hector, in third place, is hot on Gut-Behrami’s heels, trailing by a mere 0.09 seconds. Four other skiers are within less than eight-tenths of a second of Gut-Behrami, making the second run a nail-biting affair. While Gut-Behrami boasts three consecutive speed podiums, her giant slalom performance this winter has been less consistent, with a 13th-place finish in Killington being her onyl other result.
Sadly, the other Swiss competitors didn’t fare as well. Camille Rast, currently leading the overall world Cup standings, finished a disappointing 15th, 1.88 seconds behind Brignone. Wendy Holdener and Simone Wild placed 18th and 23rd, respectively, further highlighting the intense competition and the challenges of the Semmering course.
The second run promises to be a dramatic showdown, with Gut-Behrami aiming to secure her 46th World Cup victory and cement her legacy as one of the greatest skiers of all time. The intense competition and the high stakes make this a must-watch event for skiing enthusiasts worldwide.
Lara Gut-Behrami is competing in the giant slalom at Semmering and is currently in second place after the first run, 0.15 seconds behind Federica Brignone. [1]
She is in a strong position too secure her 46th World Cup victory. [1]
sara Hector from Sweden is in third place, just 0.09 seconds behind Gut-behrami. [1]
Semmering is a meaningful location for Gut-Behrami as it is where she achieved her first giant slalom podium finish 16 years ago. [1]
Other Swiss skiers did not perform as well, with Camille Rast finishing in 15th place, Wendy Holdener in 18th, and simone wild in 23rd. [1]
