Overview

• Linus Straßer failed to finish the second run of the Slalom World Cup in Alta Badia after taking excessive risks following a difficult first run.
• Straßer admitted to struggling with self-confidence, which he believes is affecting his ability to perform consistently and avoid mistakes.
• The 32-year-old had a disappointing start to the season, failing to replicate his strong performances from last year when he ranked second in the Slalom standings.
• Norwegian skier Timon Haugan claimed victory in Alta Badia, followed by Switzerland's Loic Meillard in second and Norway's Atle Lie McGrath in third.
• German teammate Anton Tremmel secured his first points of the season, finishing in 25th place, despite challenging course conditions that saw 22 skiers eliminated.