Monaco’s Arnaud Alessandria finished 30th in the men’s Super-G at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Wednesday, crossing the line 4.81 seconds behind gold medalist Franjo von Allmen of Switzerland.
Competing on Bormio’s demanding Stelvio piste, the 32-year-old Monegasque skier clocked a time of 1:30.13 in his second Olympic event of the Games, having placed 31st in Saturday’s downhill.
Ahead of the race, Alessandria had vowed to adopt a more aggressive approach after describing his downhill performance as “a bit too gentle”.” I’ll have to show less respect for the piste,” he said. “I need to be more aggressive. I have to let the horses loose.”
However, Alessandria’s participation at Milano Cortina 2026 represents a significant achievement in itself. Just six months ago, the Monaco skier was recovering from major surgery for two herniated discs.
Prince Albert II has also praised the athlete’s determination. Speaking after Saturday’s downhill, the Prince said: “To return to this level under these conditions is remarkable. I am very proud of what he has accomplished.”
Swiss domination continues
Von Allmen claimed his third alpine skiing gold of the Games with a winning time of 1:25.32, establishing Switzerland’s dominance in the Games. The 24-year-old, who also won the downhill and team combined earlier this week, finished ahead of American Ryan Cochran-Siegle, who took silver 0.13 seconds back.
Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt secured bronze, 0.28 seconds off the pace, giving the Swiss team two medals on the podium.
The Super G on the Stelvio piste tested competitors with speeds reaching 130 and 140km/h. The technical nature of the course, combined with its high speed sections, made it one of the most difficult events of the Games.
Jacques Pastor, technical direction of the Monaco Ski Federation, had acknowledged before the race than Super-G was not Alessandria’s preferred discipline but had expressed confidence that the skier would give his best.
Now, the Winter Olympics continue until the Closing Ceremony on 22nd February.
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