Brignone Secures Ninth World Cup Win, Targets GS Crystal Globe

Federica Brignone has achieved her ninth victory of the Alpine skiing World Cup season, dominating the giant slalom event in Are, Sweden, and leaving her closest rival, Alice Robinson, trailing by 1.36 seconds. This win has brought the title race down to a final showdown, with only 20 points separating the two skiers ahead of the last race in Sun Valley, Idaho, on March 25. Brignone's impressive performance has solidified her position as a leading contender for her second overall World Cup title, having won every giant slalom race she completed this season. In contrast, American skier Mikaela Shiffrin continues to struggle post-injury, having failed to finish the race after skiing out during her run. As Brignone looks to close out the season strong, she has praised Robinson's skills, setting the stage for an exciting finale. The competition has highlighted a thrilling moment in women's giant slalom skiing, showcasing both Brignone's dominance and the challenges faced by other top competitors.