Switzerland dominates Alpine skiing season as Austria struggles ahead of world championships

Switzerland and Austria enter the Alpine world championships with starkly different performances this season. Switzerland's men have won 11 races, while Austria has not secured any victories in 25 World Cup events. Marco Odermatt leads the Swiss team, having won seven races this season. Other Swiss racers have also achieved podium finishes, showcasing a strong team dynamic. In contrast, Austria's top skier, Marco Schwarz, is recovering from injury, and the team lacks a standout performer. Despite their recent struggles, Austria remains ahead of Switzerland in all-time medal counts at the world championships. Austria has 56 gold medals, while Switzerland has 35.