February 2019 - Page 3 of 8

Denisev & Antonov Win First Gold Medal, Eggert & Benecken Win Title

February 23, 2019 ken 0

From Sochi, RUS (Feb. 23, 2019) – Aleksandr Denisev & Vladislav Antonov had never won a World Cup medal, and had a career best top-level racing finish of fifth at the 2014 Olympic Games. On […]

Tretiakov Wins in Calgary, Extends World Cup Lead

February 22, 2019 ken 0

From Calgary, CAN (Feb. 22, 2019) – Alexander Tretiakov and Sungbin Yun came into the penultimate men’s skeleton World Cup race separated by 24 points. By the time Tretiakov crossed the finish line on his […]

Rahneva Dominates in Calgary Win

February 22, 2019 ken 0

From Calgary, CAN (Feb. 22, 2019) – Mimi Rahneva won her first World Cup gold medal outside of St. Moritz, cruising to victory in Calgary.

Pigneter Wins Season Finale, Kammerlander Edges Gruber for Title

February 20, 2019 ken 0

From Umhausen, AUT (Feb. 16, 2019) – Patrick Pigneter won his first singles gold medal of the season in Umhausen, edging out eventual season champion Thomas Kammerlander in the process.

Lanthaler Sweeps FIL Natural Track Season

February 17, 2019 ken 0

From Umhausen, AUT (Feb. 16, 2019) – Evelin Lanthaler won gold in Umhausen to sweep the 2018/2019 FIL Natural Track season, edging out teammate Greta Pinggera in the process.