Pirmin Zurbriggen

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Zurbriggen's record speaks for itself: five consecutive overall World Cup titles, 40 race wins, and 84 podiums. He is the most successful Swiss ski racer ever, and his 1988 Olympic downhill gold remains a landmark moment. His ability to excel in all disciplines set him apart, and his rivalry with Marc Girardelli is considered one of the greatest in the sport.

AwardsZurbriggen won five consecutive overall World Cup titles from 1985 to 1989, a feat unmatched by many. He also earned four gold medals at the World Championships, including two in 1987. At the 1988 Calgary Olympics, he took gold in the downhill and bronze in the slalom.

Honours & Distinctions

International Skiing History Association Hall of Fame

ISHA

Inducted for his extraordinary contributions to alpine skiing.

Rankings & Lists

#Top tier

Greatest Alpine Skiers of All Time

Olympedia

Records & Feats

First sub-2-minute Olympic downhill

Olympic Record·1988

Won the 1988 Olympic downhill in 1:59.63, the first time under two minutes.

Five consecutive overall World Cup titles

Career Milestone·1985-1989

Won the overall title from 1985 to 1989, a feat matched by few.