Those lucky enough to be in Kitzbuhel last weekend witnessed a historic moment in Alpine skiing. James Crawford (CAN) conquered the Streif after starting with bib number twenty. An unexpected victory, full of passion and, above all, one that will remain indelible in the memory of Canadians. Cameron Alexander (CAN) added the icing on the cake: third place in the downhill and a big party for the North American team. Forty-two years have passed since the last time a compatriot of Crawford’s won the famous Hahnenkamm, and the entire Level team is certain that it will not have to pass as many more to see another success on the most important speed podium of the World Cup calendar.
Federica Brignone (ITA) is also making history – as if her achievements were insufficient. The Italian skier won – AGAIN – in the downhill in Garmisch, Germany. After last week’s success in Cortina, Federica Brignone is heading for a season finale full of excitement and hope.
A new record also belongs to Flora Tabanelli (ITA), the first Italian to win an X-Games contest. Flora has been grinding out podiums and victories since the start of the season, but this medal has a special flavour. On the night in Aspen, Flora Tabanelli’s victory also made her the youngest athlete ever to win in the Big Air. See Flora in action!
