Freddy Carrick-Smith’s 12th in Sölden Makes British GS History
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Call sign for the start to the new ski season: Top talent Freddy Carrick-Smith caused a sensation with start number 46 in the first round of the giant goal run in Sölden. The 19-year-old ended up in 21st place with a brave ride and is allowed to start the second run.
Freddy Carrick-Smith’s 12th in Sölden Makes British GS History
Freddy Carrick-Smith / GEPA pictures Freddy Carrick-Smith scored his first World Cup points in Sölden, finishing 12th in the 2026/27 men’s season-opening giant slalom. Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won the race with his fourth straight elite giant slalom victory. Carrick-Smith’s result gave Britain its first men’s World Cup
Freddy Carrick-Smith: The Shooting Star of British Alpine Skiing
Freddy Carrick-Smith announced himself as a rising star in British alpine skiing with an impressive 12th-place finish at the FIS Alpine World Cup opener in Sölden. Racing with bib 46, the 19-year-old recorded the fifth-fastest second run, signaling his potential to lead Britain’s next generation after Dave Ryding’s retirement.
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