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Federica Brignone Clinches Double Victory in Sestriere Giant Slalom

Mikaela Shiffrin continues her challenging return as Brignone extends her overall World Cup lead with back-to-back wins.

  • Italian skier Federica Brignone secured victories in both Giant Slalom races at her home event in Sestriere, marking her 34th career World Cup win.
  • Brignone's dominant performances also strengthened her position as the overall World Cup leader this season, with seven wins so far.
  • Mikaela Shiffrin, recovering from a serious November injury, struggled in the Giant Slalom, finishing 25th on Friday and failing to qualify for the second run on Saturday.
  • Shiffrin, who suffered a stomach injury during a crash in Killington, has shown progress in Slalom but remains cautious and inconsistent in the Giant Slalom discipline.
  • Germany's Lena Dürr improved significantly in Saturday's race, climbing from 23rd to finish 15th, while fellow German Fabiana Dorigo was eliminated after the first run.
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