The 2024 Audi FIS Ski World Cup in Tremblant is shaping up to be the must-see event of the winter season. On December 7 & 8, the world’s top female athletes will compete on the Flying Mile trail in a thrilling giant slalom competition. With 65 of the most talented and competitive skiers from around the globe, this event will feature world-class stars of alpine skiing, showcasing their exceptional skills and technical prowess.
Don’t miss this winter highlight in Tremblant, where elite athletes will deliver a high-level performance.
The Italian skier Federica Brignone brings a mix of power and precision to the slopes. A specialist in giant slalom and super-G, she has won several World Cup titles and was crowned world champion in these disciplines (2011, 2023). Brignone is best known for winning the overall World Cup alpine skiing title in 2020, becoming the first Italian woman to achieve this feat. She has also won several medals at the Olympic Games (2018, 2022), cementing her reputation as one of the best skiers of her generation.
At the 2023 edition, Federica Brignone won both races.
Swiss skier Lara Gut-Behrami is a formidable contender in the alpine skiing world. Her aggressive style and precision make her a constant threat on the slopes. With a string of remarkable achievements under her belt, including 3 Olympic medals and 37 World Cup victories, Gut-Behrami is a name that commands attention.
In the 2023 edition, Lara Gut-Behrami secured 2nd place in the second race.
At the forefront of the women’s alpine skiing scene is Mikaela Shiffrin. The Vail-born skier has consistently proven her prowess, capturing the attention of fans worldwide. Known for her exceptional technique and unparalleled speed, the American star is a force to be reckoned with on any course. In the 2022/23 season, Shiffrin broke Lindsey Vonn’s women’s World Cup wins record of 82 before eclipsing Ingemar Stenmark’s overall score of 86 which had stood for 34 years.
In the 2023 edition, Mikaela Shiffrin secured 3rd place in both races.
Representing Sweden, Sara Hector’s consistency and dedication have allowed her to establish herself as a top contender in the alpine skiing world. At her third Winter Olympics in 2022, she was the gold medallist in the giant slalom. This was her first Olympic medal and the first Olympic gold for Sweden in the women’s GS event in thirty years.
Alice Robinson, a young New Zealand alpine skier, quickly made a name for herself in giant slalom. Born in 2001, she made her mark on the international scene by winning the FIS World Cup giant slalom race in Sölden in 2019, at just 17 years old, thus becoming one of the youngest winners in World Cup history. Known for her aggressive skiing style and strong technical skills, Robinson has continued to compete against the best female skiers in the world, achieving several podium finishes in World Cup events. Despite her young age, she is considered one of the rising stars of alpine skiing.
Canadian skier Valérie Grenier, a rising star, demonstrated remarkable resilience in her return to competition despite setbacks. Her hometown advantage at the Tremblant World Cup could prove beneficial due to her familiarity with the course. Recently, she secured her first World Cup victory in a giant slalom event in Slovenia, becoming the first Canadian woman to do so since 1974. Grenier concluded her standout season with a bronze medal in the World Cup final in Andorra.
Thea Louise Stjernesund is a Norwegian alpine skier born in 1996, specializing in technical events such as slalom and giant slalom. She made her World Cup debut in 2018, finishing ninth in her first race in Sölden. Among her most notable achievements, she won a gold medal in the team event at the 2021 World Championships and a bronze medal in the same event at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Her best results in the World Cup include a second place in a parallel slalom race in Lech am Arlberg in 2021.
Petra Vlhova is the most successful Slovakian alpine skier of all time, winning the World Cup overall title in 2021 and a gold medal at the Beijing 2022 Olympics. Her technical prowess and relentless drive have earned her a place among the elite. As a consistent podium finisher, Vlhova is undoubtedly a skier to watch at the Tremblant World Cup.
In the 2023 edition, Petra Vlhova secured 2nd place in the first race.
The athletes under the spell of Tremblant’s crowd
”I'd never won in Canada, I'd never made the podium in Canada. It's a new course, a new place, there's a lot of people. I've won a lot in my career, every additional victory is something special... (the atmosphere) was really amazing.
Federica Brignone, winner in both races at the 2023 editionThe Canadian Press - Dec. 2, 2023
”I am speechless at the energy of the crowd and can’t thank them enough for the incredible support.
Valérie Grenier, local favourite, 8th then 6th at the 2023 edition
”When you can hear the crowd from the start, you're like, "Well, there's people down there and they're really excited!". I would say that it's a really fair crowd, cheering for everybody coming down on the green light. Of course when the Canadians are going it's a little bit of extra spice, and that's wonderful. That's such a pleasure for us to race with that atmosphere.
Mikaela Shiffrin, third place in both races at the 2023 editionThe Canadian Press - Dec. 2, 2023
