Alpine National Championships decided at Mt Hotham

Record snowfall at Mt Hotham affected the first scheduled day of events for the FIS National Alpine Championships, requiring the weather day to be used while the events team did an amazing job working tirelessly to prepare the mountain for racing on the following days.

Tuesday saw the first of the Giant Slalom races in which a tough course saw national team athlete and Hotham local Harry Laidlaw return from a training block in NZ to win with a time of 1.58.56.

National team and Thredbo race club athlete Madison Hoffman dominated the women’s field demonstrating her skill set and consistency in the challenging conditions to win the GS.

Day two saw fog roll though intermittently throughout the day, but that didn’t stop the competitors putting on a fantastic show for the slalom races.

The slalom saw Madison Hoffman once again come out on top and Thredbo Race Club teammate Jack Adams was triumphant demonstrating commitment and grit in challenging conditions.

“Many thanks to Mt Hotham for hosting the event and the determined effort from the events crew to persevere given the challenging weather pattern surrounding the event.” Said Mick Branch, SSA Alpine Director. 

Alexandra Rouse
Ski & Snowboard Australia

“Big thanks to Danny Geiger and the Mt Hotham Race Squad and all the parents and volunteers that helped make the event happen.”

The next races of the Australian NZ Cup begin on 21 August in Thredbo.

See the full results on www.snowracer.com.au