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Monday, February 20, 2017

More Joy in Austria

Yes, it happened today.
In the men's slalom Austrian ski stars shone brilliantly on the World Championship Alpine Skiing firmament.
Not only did Marcel Hirscher grab the Gold by 68/100th of a second over his team mate, newcomer Manuel Feller who, in turn,  outdistanced Felix Neureuther of Germany by 25/100th of a second, but he lead the Austrian team to the overall nations cup.
With 3 Golds, 4 Silvers and 2 Bronze, Austria defeated Switzerland in the total medal count with 9:7.
Canada and the USA garnered 3 medals each for 4th place.

It was a wonderful competition.


Marcel Hirscher leaving the starting gate.


Half way down the course Marcel is leading by 0.15 seconds.



Marcel Hirscher and his team mate, Silver Medalist,  Manuel Feller.





They call him the "King of St. Moritz!"


Feller, Hirscher and Neureuther.

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