From Campania to the peaks of world skiing: Giada D'Antonio, emerging talent of the Vesuvius Ski Club, achieved victory in the International giant slalom of Alpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup, one of the most prestigious competitions for under 16s, held in Folgaria, in Trentino.
The Neapolitan skier not only dominated the international competition, but had already established herself in the national selections, winning both the giant that it slalom – the latter with an impressive five-second lead – thus qualifying to represent Italy in the world challenge, which saw over 320 athletes from 43 countriesGiada's success also contributed to Italy's victory in the ranking by nation, sealing a memorable performance.
Alone 15 years, Giada D'Antonio has already built a list of achievements as a true champion. With the victory at Alpe Cimbra, the skier from Campania brings five the number of his international gold medals, in addition to seven podiums collected in the most prestigious competitions on the youth circuit.
In 2022 she had already distinguished herself with a gold (giant) and a bronze (slalom) in the international stage of the “Pinocchio on Skis”While in 2023 had won two gold medals at theAlpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup (giant and slalom), as well as a gold in giant and a silver in slalom al International Pinocchio.
A pure talent, already compared to that of Mikaela Shiffrin, which the young skier says she takes inspiration from. Born in Napoli the 28 may 2009, with Italian roots on her father's side and Colombian-Ecuadorian on her mother's side, Giada began her journey on the snows of Roccaraso, where he still trains today, immediately showing an uncommon determination. Come on To 9 14 years, dominated almost all the competitions of the Campania committee, also winning his first national finals. Today, with his talent and tenacity, he looks to the future with a clear objective: the world Cup.
Yesterday a Roccaraso, the Campania Committee celebrated the success of Giada D'Antonio and Giancarlo Ferrara (Sci Club SAI), eleventh in slalom and third in giant slalom of the national selection, also entered the Italian team. “My compliments to Giada and Giancarlo”, declared the Chairman of the Committee, Antonio Barulli. "But I also want to thank all the athletes, coaches and parents for the work done and the commitment shown. Thanks to this collective effort, our committee has achieved top results at an international level. Today we can count on a compact team, with several athletes among the top thirty ranked at a national level: an unprecedented result".
Article published on 10 February 2025 - 12:42
It is truly impressive to see a talent like Giada D'Antonio grow. Her victories are deserved, but the support of the committee and coaches is also fundamental. I hope she continues to do well in the upcoming competitions.