The French Alps experienced a significant weather shift towards the end of the week, bringing with it snowfall, dense fog, and severely reduced visibility. This adverse condition also impacted the snowpack, making the slopes unstable and preventing the planned super giant slalom competition on Saturday. The event was originally slated to replace the cancelled super giant slalom race from Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
The International Ski Federation (FIS) announced the cancellation this morning, citing the inability to ensure athlete safety due to the fresh snow accumulation on the course. The postponement of both the French and German super giant slalom events has solidified Marco Odermatt’s position at the top of the winter standings. Odermatt has secured his fourth consecutive small crystal globe, claiming victory in the super giant slalom rankings.
He currently holds an insurmountable lead of 158 points over Vincent Kriechmayr. Kriechmayr remains scheduled to compete in the final race in Kvitfjell, offering a slim possibility for a challenge. The conditions presented a significant hurdle for all competitors in the demanding giant slalom discipline.
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Another male super-giant slalom in Courchevel was unfortunately canceled due to changing weather patterns.
The Courchevel super-giant slalom event has been called off again due to unfavorable weather.