Vincent Kriechmayr dominated the Super-G event at Beaver Creek, Colorado, on December 5, 2023, despite challenging weather conditions. The race was significantly impacted by snowfall, poor visibility, and increasing winds, prompting officials to halt the competition after 31 racers had completed their runs.
Beaver Creek Super-G Overview
The Beaver Creek Super-G began under promising weather, with a fresh layer of snow building excitement among fans. However, conditions quickly deteriorated as snowfall intensified. As the race unfolded, athletes faced increasingly difficult challenges on the Birds of Prey course.
Race Results
- 1st Place: Vincent Kriechmayr (Austria) – 1:06.77
- 2nd Place: Frederik Möller (Norway) – 1:07.73
- 3rd Place: Raphael Haaser (Austria) – 1:07.85
- 4th Place: Dominik Paris (Italy) – 1:07.97
- 5th Place: Marco Odermatt (Switzerland) – 1:08.00
Performance Highlights
Kriechmayr’s performance showcased his exceptional skill, enabling him to establish a significant 1.26-second lead over the competition. He completed the upper section with a half-second advantage and navigated the challenging Screeching Owl segment flawlessly.
Fredrik Möller recorded a strong second-place finish, continuing his ascent in speed events. He described the challenging conditions throughout his run. Raphael Haaser secured third place, marking his second podium this season, while Marco Odermatt struggled, finishing in fifth place.
American Athletes in Action
River Radamus emerged as a standout competitor among American racers. He closely challenged the leaders after a strong upper-section run, ultimately finishing in 12th place. His performance earned him the Stifel Bibbo Award.
Ryan Cochran-Siegle followed Radamus in 13th, while Jared Goldberg completed the group of American finishers in 25th. Several other American racers were unable to compete as the race was canceled before their runs.
Impact of Weather Conditions
The severe weather led to a temporary halt in the race, impacting many top athletes. Notably, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde chose to ski out to avoid potential injury shortly after his return from rehabilitation.
Looking Ahead
As the Super-G concluded, attention shifted towards the upcoming Giant Slalom event scheduled for December 7. Competitors hope for improved weather conditions to ensure a full race can be held. Fans eagerly await to see if Kriechmayr can maintain his momentum against the competition.
