Vittozzi shines in Hochfilzen: first World Cup win in 21 months

Lisa Vittozzi returned to the top step of the podium by winning the women’s pursuit at the IBU World Cup in Hochfilzen (Austria). It was her first World Cup victory in 21 months and came after she missed an entire season due to injury. At the finish, the 30‑year‑old from Sappada celebrated with a “phoenix wings” gesture to underline her comeback.

Behind Vittozzi, Sweden’s Anna Magnusson took second place and Norway’s Maren Kirkeeide was third. Fellow Italian Dorothea Wierer delivered a solid performance to finish ninth.

The report notes a strong day overall for Italy, also mentioning a sixth place in the men’s relay. The piece collects links to photo galleries and sections covering Vittozzi’s race, podium details, her emotions after the win, Wierer’s result, and the men’s relay outcome.