Austrian alpine skier who won two Olympic medals and five World Championship titles in the 1960s and 1970s. Known for her dominance in downhill and giant slalom events.
Cornelia Prll, affectionately known as Conny, is an Austrian former alpine skier who left an indelible mark on the skiing world, particularly in the downhill discipline. Born on January 21, 1961, in Kleinarl, Austria, Conny followed in the footsteps of her older sister, Annemarie Moser-Prll, a legendary skier in her own right.
Cornelia's skiing career was marked by her incredible speed and fearlessness on the slopes. In 1979, she won the Austrian downhill championship in Bad Gastein, setting the tone for a successful career. Her breakthrough performance came on January 7, 1980, when she finished second in the World Cup Downhill Race in Pfronten, edging out her sister Annemarie by 0.36 seconds.
In 1980, Conny represented Austria at the Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, USA. On February 7, 1980, she competed in the Olympic Downhill Race, finishing 22nd, while her sister Annemarie took home the gold medal. Although she didn't stand on the podium, Cornelia's Olympic debut was a testament to her dedication and perseverance.
Cornelia's World Cup career was highlighted by her victory in the downhill race in Pfronten on January 8, 1981. She also secured a podium finish in the downhill race at Haus in Ennstal during the 1982 FIS Alpine Skiing World Championships, finishing third.
Cornelia Prll's achievements on the slopes inspired a generation of Austrian skiers. Her fearlessness and speed have become synonymous with the Prll name, and her legacy continues to motivate aspiring skiers around the world.
Although Cornelia's competitive skiing career may have ended, her name remains etched in the annals of Austrian skiing history, a testament to her unwavering dedication and passion for the sport.
74 Years Old
Austrian skiing legend who dominated the slopes in the 1970s, winning six World Cup titles and five Olympic medals.
45 Years Old
Austrian skier who won a record 35 World Cup slalom races and is one of the most successful skiers in World Cup history, with a total of 66 podiums.
50 Years Old
Austrian Olympic and World Championship medalist in alpine skiing, dominating the downhill and super-G events in the 1990s and early 2000s.
53 Years Old
Austrian Olympic and World Champion alpine skier, winning two Olympic gold medals and three World Championship titles, dominating the downhill and super-G events.
39 Years Old
Austrian World Cup alpine skier with 30 podium finishes, including Olympic and World Championship medals, known for her technical skills and consistency in slalom and giant slalom events.
