German Skicross Athletes Celebrate Two Podium Finishes in Season Opener

Florian Wilmsmann secures second place in a tight finish, while Daniela Maier claims third in Val Thorens, France.

Florian Wilmsmann, 28, narrowly missed first place in the men's final, finishing second to Italy's Simone Deromedis after a photo finish.
Daniela Maier, 28, secured third place in the women's competition, following Canada's Marielle Thompson and Switzerland's Fanny Smith.
The German team showcased a strong start to the season, with Tim Hronek finishing seventh in the men's small final.
The event in Val Thorens marks the opening of the Skicross World Cup season, with another race scheduled for Friday at 12:30 PM local time.
Notable setbacks included Niklas Bachsleitner's withdrawal due to a training injury and Luisa Klapprott's elimination in the women's quarterfinals during her World Cup debut.