Atle Lie McGrath won the slalom race in Kranjska Gora, with Henrik Kristoffersen finishing second and Lucas Pinheiro Braathen taking third. This victory marked McGrath's seventh podium finish of the season. 17 seconds over Lucas Braathen after the first run, which was the fourth consecutive time this season that he led after the first run in a slalom race.
Henrik Kristoffersen was visibly disappointed after missing the win. Before the penultimate race of the season, eight athletes were still competing for the slalom crystal globe. Timon Haugan, Loic Meillard, and Eduard Hallberg have been eliminated from contention, while Clement Noel is among those with the best chances, provided they qualify for the second run.
Manuel Feller was not at the start of the race as announced, having ended his alpine season early due to ongoing physical problems to undergo surgery. In the giant slalom race in Kranjska Gora, Lucas Braathen is leading after the first run. 67 seconds behind.
In the women's sprint prologue in Lahti, Jonna Sundling won the event. Julie Myhre was the best Norwegian, finishing eighth, while Kristine Stavås Skistad finished tenth. Julie Bjervig Drivenes qualified in 30th place, and Milla Grosberghaugen Andreassen qualified for the quarterfinals with a 26th place.
In a youth giant slalom competition in Val d'Isere, France, Jón Erik Sigurðsson finished second. The slalom race in Kranjska Gora was part of the World Cup circuit, with McGrath's win strengthening his position in the overall standings. The competition saw tight margins, with McGrath's first-run lead proving decisive in the final outcome.
The elimination of contenders like Haugan, Meillard, and Hallberg narrows the field for the slalom crystal globe, adding pressure to the remaining athletes. Feller's absence due to surgery highlights the physical toll of the season, affecting team dynamics and race strategies. The giant slalom event continues with Braathen in a strong position, while Kristoffersen and Haugan face challenges to improve their standings.
In Lahti, Sundling's victory in the women's sprint prologue sets the stage for the upcoming rounds, with Norwegian skiers showing competitive performances. The youth competition in Val d'Isere showcases emerging talent, with Sigurðsson's second-place finish indicating promising results for future events.