Kitzbühel's Streif Race Marred by Stunts and Safety Concerns

Marco Odermatt secures his first Streif Super-G victory, but a series of crashes renews calls for enhanced safety in alpine skiing.

Swiss skier Marco Odermatt claimed his first Super-G win on Kitzbühel's Streif, a historic milestone in his career.
The race was overshadowed by numerous crashes, including severe injuries to French skiers Alexis Pinturault and Florian Loriot, both airlifted from the course.
Pinturault, who recently returned from a knee injury, sustained further damage to his knee, intensifying concerns about athlete safety.
Officials and experts, including former skier Felix Neureuther, are urging reforms such as standardized safety gear to mitigate risks on high-speed courses.
The Streif, known as one of the most dangerous ski tracks, continues to pose significant challenges despite ongoing safety measures.