SUCCESSFUL START IN SÖLDEN: HENRIK KRISTOFFERSEN SECURES 2ND PLACE, MARCEL HIRSCHER MAKES HIS RETURN

It is his best result at this venue to date and a promising start to the season. After a strong second run, Timon Haugan claimed 12th place, while Marcel Hirscher thrilled fans with his passionate project, finishing 23rd – including the third-fastest race time in the second run. 

It was a great day for the VAN DEER-Red Bull Sports family! 

Following a five-year break, the much-anticipated “Mission Marcel” caused quite a stir in Sölden. Wearing bib number 34, he proved he could still compete at the highest level with a 23rd place finish and an impressive third-best time in the second run. Marcel beamed with joy, and it was clear how much he enjoyed being back. Fans, the team – everyone was thrilled to see him back in action. 

Henrik Kristoffersen started with great confidence, proving his strength with a second-place finish. With his fiancée Tonje and son Emil watching on, he showed what is possible this season. The equipment is perfect, the preparation spot-on, and ambitions are high. The plan is clear: to be right up there at the front! “The equipment is working perfectly,” Henrik enthused at the finish. “The VAN DEER-Red Bull Sports team has put a lot of effort into the setup, and even during training here in Sölden, everything felt great."  

COO Toni Giger praised the team for their focused and motivated performance: “On a day like today, when Marcel Hirscher celebrates his first race of his passionate project, the whole team gave their all. It was a brilliant start, and we’re already looking forward to the next races. There’s much more to come!” With a successful start to the season and a thoroughly motivated team, VAN DEER-Red Bull Sports eagerly anticipates the upcoming races. 

The season opener has left everyone wanting more – keep your fingers crossed for the DEERS in the upcoming competitions!