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Italy 11 – 12 February 2026
Source: Olympic Winter Games™ · Feb 6-22, 2026 | Paralympic Winter Games™ · Mar 6-15, 2026
Source: https://www.fis-ski.com/ | https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/schedule
Alpine Skiing Olympic Winter Games
Alpine Skiing Men’s Super G
Men’s Super-G starts on 11 Feb at 11:30 (CET)
Alpine Skiing Women’s Super G
Women’s Super-G starts on 12 Feb at 11:30 (CET)
Alpine skiing’s Super G (short for Super Giant Slalom) is often described as the ultimate test of speed and technical skill. It sits right in the middle of the skiing spectrum, blending the raw, terrifying velocity of Downhill with the precise, rhythmic turns of Giant Slalom.
Here is the breakdown of what makes it unique:
1. The Speed
Super G is a high-speed “speed event.” Skiers can reach speeds of 80–90 mph (120–145 km/h). While not quite as fast as the straight-line madness of a Downhill run, it is significantly faster than any technical event like Slalom.
2. The Technical Challenge
Unlike Downhill, where the course mostly follows the natural fall line of the mountain, Super G features more gates that are spaced closer together. This forces the skier to make high-speed, carving turns.
- The Catch: Skiers are not allowed a practice run on the actual course. They get one “inspection” (sliding down slowly next to the gates) and then have to tackle the course at full speed. This makes it a “memory” event—one mistake in line choice usually ends the race.
3. Key Differences
| Feature | Downhill | Super G | Giant Slalom |
| Speed | Highest | High | Moderate |
| Turns | Wide/Minimal | Technical/Sharp | Tight/Rhythmic |
| Practice | Multiple training runs | Inspection only | Inspection only |
| Vertical Drop | Longest | Medium-Long | Shorter |
The “All-Rounder” Event
Because it requires both the “guts” of a speed skier and the “touch” of a technical skier, the Super G is often where the most versatile athletes shine. You’ll see icons like Mikaela Shiffrin or Aleksander Aamodt Kilde excel here because they can hold an edge at speeds that would make most people’s legs turn to jelly.
Fun Fact: The Super G is the “youngest” discipline in Olympic alpine skiing, having only been added to the program in 1988 (Calgary).
Alpine skiing’s Downhill event is the sport’s ultimate speed test. It is the fastest, longest, and arguably most dangerous discipline in alpine racing, focusing on raw speed, risk-taking, and technical precision at high velocities.
