Stevenson Wins in Stubai; Hamill, Forehand Fourth

The Stifel U.S. Freeski Team finished the first slopestyle World Cup of the season in Stubai, Austria, despite a week of challenging conditions, with USA at the top. Olympic silver medalist Colby Stevenson took the win, with teammate Mac Forehand just shy of the podium in fourth. Marin Hamill led the women, finishing fourth, another top result for the skier.

After two failed qualification attempts earlier this week due to weather, the men finally got the green light and were able to get through the start list. With that, due to the delays and cancelations, the final results were taken from qualifications.

Stevenson came out on top today with a score of 92.00 on his second run. Stevenson put down a fun run, a good mix of "creativity and technicality, highlighted by left and right nose butter takeoffs,” according to Head Coach Dave Euler. Stevenson was joined on the podium by Andri Ragettli of Switzerland in second and Norway’s Tormod Frostod in third, respectively.

Stevenson reflected on the day with, "Stubai World Cups are always challenging with weather, this year especially. It feels quite nostalgic having a victory here as this was where I had my first World Cup podium back in 2017 (3rd place). So, I’m glad to be healthy and skiing with everyone. Our team is slaying it right now! Stoked for a great season."

Reigning slopestyle crystal globe-winner, Forehand, had a strong performance today, finishing in fourth with an 89.00. Hunter Henderson showed up strong and finished seventh. Troy Podmilsak finished out the top Americans in 15th.

Stifel U.S Freeski Team rookies, Hugh MacMenamin and Henry Townshend both had their first World Cup starts this weekend, along with American Sean Jensen. 

On the women's side, Marin Hamill returned to competition for the first time since the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. Hamill just missed the podium and ended fourth with an 80.00 from her first run. Tess Ledeux of France finished first, with Switzerland’s Mathilde Gremaud in second and Sarah Hoefflin in third. 

Euler expressed his excitement, saying he is "So stoked for Colby taking the win! Proud of the whole team and the way they performed after a challenging week of weather." 

Up next, the Stifel U.S. Freeski Team heads to Beijing, China for a Big Air event. Men's and women's qualifications will take place on Nov. 29, with finals on Dec. 1. Finals will be available to watch live and on-demand at skiandsnowboard.live at 1:00 a.m. ET.

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