Odermatt wins Lauberhorn downhill, extends World Cup lead

In a thrilling display at the Lauberhorn downhill in Wengen, Switzerland, Marco Odermatt edged his teammate Franjo von Allmen for victory, reaffirming his dominance on the iconic course. Odermatt clocked a time 0.37 seconds faster than von Allmen, who celebrated his breakout season after securing his first World Cup win in the super-G just a day earlier. The event attracted a lively crowd of 40,000, with Odermatt declaring, "This is my house!" as he extended his lead in the overall World Cup standings. The weather conditions were ideal for racing, with the snow and course set up perfectly for fast skiing. Notably, Odermatt's recent super-G performance was less impressive, marking his first finish outside the top five in that discipline since March 2022. This weekend's results highlight the competitive spirit and emerging talent within the Swiss ski team, with von Allmen now positioned favorably for future races.