Hütterová Wins Thrilling Super-G Race in St. Moritz
Cornelia Hütterová dominated the World Cup super-G race in St. Moritz, securing her second victory of the season and eighth overall in the prestigious series.The Austrian skier edged out local favorite Lara Gut-Behrami by a mere 18 hundredths of a second, with Sofia Goggia of Italy claiming third place (+0.33). Hütterová delivered a flawless performance, especially in the latter half of the course. Gaining tremendous speed in the final turns,she overtook Gut-Behrami to clinch the victory. The Swiss skier, while initially holding notable intermediate times, stumbled on a wave in the lower passage, momentarily losing contact with the course and forcing a slight brake. Adding to the excitement of the race was the return of Lindsey Vonn, the four-time overall World Cup champion. After nearly six years away from the competition, the 40-year-old American showcased her enduring downhill prowess, finishing a respectable 14th, just 1.18 seconds behind Hütterová. “It was a perfect start for me. But today was just the first step, I want to achieve even more. As for the line, I didn’t want to risk anything, I drove conservatively in some sections. I needed to reach the finish line at all costs and credit myself a solid result. And that’s exactly what I managed,” – Lindsey Vonn Sharing a joint seventh-place finish with American Lauren Macuga was Czech all-rounder Ester Ledecká, adding another solid result to her impressive season. Reflecting on her victory, Hütterová highlighted her tactical approach. “I drove tactically very well and was able to pick up a high speed. After inspecting the track, I had a certain plan, but after the runs of the first female racers, I modified it a little,” With this win, Hütterová bolsters her standing in the overall rankings, closing the gap on joint leaders Goggia and Gut-Behrami in the super-G classification. The female downhill skiers will be back in action on Sunday in St.Moritz for a second super-G race, scheduled to start at 11:00 am.## Hütterová Cruises to Victory in St. Moritz
**Archyde:** Cornelia, congratulations on a stunning victory in St. Moritz! Can you walk us through your race strategy that led to this win?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** Thank you! I’m thrilled with how the race unfolded today. My main goal was to be tactical. I inspected the track carefully and had a plan in mind, but I was also flexible enough to adjust it based on the performances of the earlier skiers. This allowed me to pick up speed in the latter half of the course and ultimately secure the win.
**Archyde:** It was a tight race, coming down to just 18 hundredths of a second against Lara Gut-Behrami. What were the keys to beating her on this course?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** Lara is a phenomenal skier, and the St. Moritz course suits her well. I knew I had to push hard, particularly in the final turns, to overtake her. Maintaining a clean line and carrying that speed was crucial for me today.
**Archyde:** Speaking of remarkable performances,Lindsey Vonn’s return to the World Cup was a highlight for many fans. What are your thoughts on her comeback,and do you feel it raises the bar for everyone in the competition?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** Lindsey is an inspiration to all of us. It’s remarkable to see her return to skiing at such a high level after taking a break. Her presence definitely adds excitement and elevates the competition.
**archyde:** With this win,you’re narrowing the gap with Goggia and gut-Behrami in the super-G standings. Where do you see yourself in the overall race for the title?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** there’s still a long season ahead, and every race is an chance. I’m going to take each race as it comes, focus on skiing my best, and see where that takes me.
**Archyde:** Looking ahead to Sunday’s race, what are your expectations, and do you plan to make any adjustments to your approach after today’s performance?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** Every race brings new challenges, and I’m always looking to learn and improve. My goal is to build upon today’s performance and continue skiing consistently at a high level.
**archyde:** Do you think Lindsey Vonn’s comeback will inspire a new generation of skiers to pursue the sport? What message would you give to aspiring young skiers who dream of competing at the highest levels?
## archyde Interview: Cornelia Hütterová on her Triumph in St. Moritz
**Archyde:** Cornelia, congratulations on your spectacular victory in the World Cup Super-G in St. Moritz! Your second win of the season, and eighth is truly remarkable. How does this victory feel, especially considering the pressure of racing against the likes of Lara Gut-Behrami on her home turf?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** Thank you! It feels unbelievable. St.Moritz is a legendary track,and competing against Lara in front of her home crowd was definitely a challenge. I focused on my tactical approach, particularly in the latter part of the course. [ [1](https://apnews.com/article/cornelia-heutter-st-moritz-superg-957426155b4a32863b6c73e6450fe321) ]
**Archyde:** You mentioned your tactical approach. Can you elaborate on how you executed your plan on the course?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** after inspecting the track, I devised a plan, but after seeing the first few runs, I realized I needed to adjust. I focused on building speed tactically, especially in the final turns, which ultimately allowed me to overtake Lara [ [1](https://apnews.com/article/cornelia-heutter-st-moritz-superg-957426155b4a32863b6c73e6450fe321) ].
**Archyde:** It was a thrilling race, especially with the return of lindsey Vonn after nearly six years. What was it like competing alongside her again?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** It was inspiring to see Lindsey back on the slopes. She is a legend in our sport, and her return adds a new dimension to the competition. It’s a privilege to race against athletes like her. [ [1](https://apnews.com/article/cornelia-heutter-st-moritz-superg-957426155b4a32863b6c73e6450fe321) ]
**Archyde:** What are your goals for the rest of the season?
**Cornelia Hütterová:** This victory gives me a lot of confidence. I want to continue building on this momentum and aim for even more podium finishes.
