A German woman crashes Vonn's second party

Lindsey Vonn's second sensation was already in the air, but a German youngster thwarted the superstar's plans.

13 December 2025

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In the finish area, Lindsey Vonn roared with joy, one day after their sensational triumph Everything seemed set in St. Moritz for the next blockbuster success of the American superstar. However, just two minutes later, her name had been knocked off the top spot on the scoreboard – by another unexpected high-flyer. Emma Aicher beat the veteran by 0,24 seconds; the 22-year-old German was particularly unbeatable in the final section.

Reaching a top speed of 114 km/h, the German skier Aicher stormed to her third World Cup victory. She secured her first two wins last March in Kvitfjell (downhill) and La Thuile (Super-G). Sofia Goggia, surprisingly unable to match this speed – the Italian was almost 6 km/h slower in the final sector – nevertheless fought her way to third place (+0,29). The 33-year-old was thus delighted with her first podium finish of the season.

Delago sisters fall behind

“I set out to focus more on the train. I’m simply pleased that I was able to put it into practice,” winner Aicher explained her approach in an interview with the [newspaper/publication name]. ORF To the point. "My confidence improves with every drive."

Nadia Delago during the World Cup downhill race in St. Moritz. © ANSA / CLAUDIO THOMA

For the South Tyrolean sisters Nicol and Nadia Delago, their second appearance this World Cup winter was less successful. In the final standings, Nicol finished in 33rd place (+2,19) and Nadia in 38th (+2,28). Sara Thaler from Ortisei followed closely behind (41st/+2,85), while Vicky Bernardi from Badia only managed 49th place (+3,32). However, the Italian team had another top result to celebrate with Laura Pirovano (6th/+0,76), in addition to Goggia.

The women's competition continues on Sunday with the Super-G, starting at 10:45 a.m. (live on [channel name]). SportNews(Ticker). Meanwhile, the men's giant slalom race is scheduled for Saturday afternoon. Alex Vinatzer from Wolkenstein is currently competing in Val-d'Isère, France. in the middle of the battle for the podium (from 13.00).