SCHLADMING, Austria (AP) — Lucas Pinheiro Braathen was fastest in the opening run of a men’s World Cup giant slalom on Tuesday, proving again he is an Olympic medal contender for Brazil not just in ...
Not surprisingly for a man who brings a very distinct flair to Alpine skiing, Brazilian slalom specialist Lucas Pinheiro Braathen idolises Italian great Alberto Tomba.
LEVI, Finland – Lucas Pinheiro Braathen has boosted Brazil’s hopes for its first ever Olympic medal in Alpine skiing after giving the country its maiden victory in a top-level ski race. Pinheiro ...