Mar 7 • 10:00 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy La Repubblica

Skiing, downhill in Val di Fassa live: Goggia third, awaiting Pirovano

The World Ski Cup returns to Val di Fassa for the penultimate women's downhill of the season, where Laura Pirovano is highly anticipated after her recent victory.

The World Cup skiing event has returned to Val di Fassa for the penultimate women's downhill race of the season, generating excitement among fans and competitors alike. Laura Pirovano, who won a recent race, is under the spotlight, with expectations high for her performance. On the other hand, Sofia Goggia aims to redeem herself after a series of performances that have not met her previous successes.

The competition unfolds with Kira Weidle-Winkelmann of Germany finishing in third place. Cornelia Huetter from Austria delivers an impressive run to take the lead, clocking in at 1’20”92, while Breezy Johnson from the United States secures a strong position with a time of 1’21”55. This puts significant pressure on Goggia, who finishes with a time of 1’21”96, dropping her from the podium as she struggles in the final stretch of the race.

As the event concludes, Nicol Delago's outstanding performance places her in fifth, just ahead of Goggia, showcasing the competitive nature of the event. As the World Cup season nears its end, each race becomes crucial for athletes like Pirovano and Goggia, impacting their standings and morale going forward in their careers. The anticipation for the next races continues to build, shaping the narrative of the current skiing season.

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