Brignone Wins Super-G, Italy Sweeps Cortina

Federica Brignone celebrated a significant victory in the Super-G race at Cortina d'Ampezzo, marking her 31st World Cup win and her first at this challenging venue, which she had previously struggled to conquer. Brignone finished 0.58 seconds ahead of Olympic super-G champion Lara Gut-Behrami, while Corinne Suter took third place, making it a strong showing for Italian skiers ahead of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics. Lindsey Vonn, in her 400th World Cup start, faced another setback as she crashed midway through the course but fortunately emerged unharmed. Vonn, who has recently returned to competitive skiing after a lengthy retirement, expressed disappointment over her performance despite a strong start. Brignone's win further solidified her lead in the overall standings, reinforcing her status as Italy’s most successful female Alpine skier. The event highlighted the competitive spirit among top skiers as they prepare for the upcoming Olympic Games.