Rast Breaks Shiffrin’s Streak to Win Kranjska Gora Slalom
Camille Rast has made headlines by breaking Mikaela Shiffrin’s remarkable winning streak in slalom. This momentous achievement occurred during a thrilling race in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia. Rast’s victory marks a significant shift in the Slalom competition this season.
Rast’s Remarkable Performance
This weekend was particularly emotional for Rast, who recently endured a tragedy in her hometown of Crans-Montana. A fire on New Year’s Eve deeply impacted the community, prompting Rast to wear a black armband as a tribute to the victims during her races.
Victory in Kranjska Gora
Rast’s triumph came after a week of impressive performances. On Saturday, she secured her first World Cup victory in Giant Slalom before clinching the slalom title on Sunday. This victory was especially notable as it marked the first time this season that Shiffrin, the top slalom skier, was defeated.
Race Details
- Date: Recent weekend
- Location: Kranjska Gora, Slovenia
- Winning Time: Rast won by 0.14 seconds.
- First Leg Lead: Rast led Shiffrin by 0.10 seconds
Final Standings
| Position | Athlete | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Camille Rast | Switzerland | Winning Run Time |
| 2 | Mikaela Shiffrin | USA | Time of Shiffrin |
| 3 | Wendy Holdener | Switzerland | Nearly 2 seconds behind |
With this victory, Camille Rast not only marks her place in history but also adds excitement to the upcoming Olympic Winter Games. Her performance has sent a clear message that the competition in women’s slalom is fiercer than ever.
