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Odermatt Claims Record Fifth Straight Adelboden Giant Slalom

The home triumph returned him to the top of the giant slalom standings.

Alpine Skiing - FIS Alpine Ski World Cup - Men's Giant Slalom - Adelboden, Switzerland - January 10, 2026 Switzerland's Marco Odermatt celebrates after placing first alongside second placed Brazil's Lucas Pinheiro Braathen and third placed France's Leo Anguenot REUTERS/Christian Hartmann
Alpine Skiing - FIS Alpine Ski World Cup - Men's Slalom - Adelboden, Switzerland - January 11, 2026 France's Paco Rassat celebrates on the podium after winning the Men's Slalom with second placed Norway's Atle Lie McGrath and third placed Norway's Henrik Kristoffersen REUTERS/Christian Hartmann
Alpine Skiing - FIS Alpine Ski World Cup - Men's Slalom - Adelboden, Switzerland - January 11, 2026 France's Paco Rassat in action during the first run REUTERS/Christian Hartmann
Alpine Skiing - FIS Alpine Ski World Cup - Men's Slalom - Adelboden, Switzerland - January 11, 2026 France's Paco Rassat reacts after his second run REUTERS/Christian Hartmann

Overview

  • Marco Odermatt won by 0.49 seconds over Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, with France’s Leo Anguenot third, as the top two posted identical second‑run times in falling snow and poor visibility.
  • The victory marked his fifth consecutive giant slalom win at Adelboden, matching Ingemar Stenmark’s run at the storied venue.
  • The result reinforced his overall World Cup lead and restored his advantage in the giant slalom standings, with Reuters also noting he currently leads downhill and super‑G.
  • Former points leader Steffan Brennsteiner crashed out in his second run, and racing in Adelboden continues Sunday with a slalom that Odermatt will skip.
  • Media reports differ on his exact season and career win totals, with figures varying across outlets and requiring official confirmation.