Lucas Pinheiro Braathen wins final giant slalom and clinches Crystal Globe

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won the last giant slalom of the Alpine Ski World Cup season, clinching the discipline's Crystal Globe. The Olympic champion in giant slalom secured the season-long title with the victory.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, the giant slalom Olympic champion, triumphed in the final giant slalom race of the Alpine Ski World Cup season on March 24. This win allowed him to claim the Crystal Globe, awarded to the overall season leader in the discipline. Braathen's performance capped off a strong campaign, solidifying his dominance in giant slalom skiing. The event marked the conclusion of the World Cup season, with Braathen standing atop the standings.

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Lucas Pinheiro Braathen crosses the finish line to win the Kranjska Gora giant slalom World Cup race amid snowy Slovenian mountains.
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