SuperG, in Soldeu, Italian women fall short of the podium: Goggia sixth, Brignone in 15th place
In the SuperG race at Soldeu, Italy's Sofia Goggia finished sixth while Federica Brignone placed 15th, with German skier Emma Aicher taking first place.
The SuperG race held in Soldeu, Andorra, yielded disappointing results for the Italian women's team, with their top skier, Sofia Goggia, finishing in sixth place. Laura Pirovano managed to secure the eighth position, while Federica Brignone, making her return after a notable Olympic performance, placed fifteenth. The race was dominated by German skier Emma Aicher, who showcased an impressive performance with a winning time of 1:26.72. New Zealand's Alice Robinson and Switzerland's Corinne Sutter finished second and third, respectively, highlighting a competitive field.
Sofia Goggia ran with bib number 9 and started her race after Robinson’s impressive early performance. Goggia took risks right from the start, initially maintaining a close time to her New Zealand competitor. Although she lagged slightly at the second and third checkpoints, she managed to recover a bit of time at the end, securing a strong yet disappointing sixth place overall. Goggia demonstrated competitive spirit and skill, but her performance fell short of podium expectations for the Italian team.
Federica Brignone's return to the slopes after her Olympic success did not go as planned, as she finished well outside the top spots. This event, despite showcasing some individual strengths from the athletes, emphasizes the challenges faced by the Italian team in maintaining high placements in international alpine skiing, especially following their previous achievements at the Winter Olympics. The significance of these results will likely prompt evaluations and adjustments for future competitions.