=== 2017–2020 ===
=== 2017–2020 ===
[[File:2020-02-28_1st_run_Women’s_Skeleton_(Bobsleigh_&_Skeleton_World_Championships_Altenberg_2020)_by_Sandro_Halank–625.jpg|thumb|2020 World Cup]]
[[File:2020-02-28_1st_run_Women’s_Skeleton_(Bobsleigh_&_Skeleton_World_Championships_Altenberg_2020)_by_Sandro_Halank–625.jpg|thumb|2020 World Cup]]
In the 2017/18 season she obtained a top 20 finish for the first time, in the Altenberg stage on 12 February 2018, then repeating the result a week later in Igls; on 25 January she also participated in the junior world championshipsin St. Moritz, being the best of the Italians in the race.
In the 2017/18 season she obtained a top 20 finish for the first time, in the Altenberg stage on 12 February 2018, then repeating the result a week later in Igls; on 25 January she also participated in the junior world St. Moritz, being the best of the Italians in the race.
The following year saw his first top-10 finishes in the European Cup, in the Altenberg stages on 11 and 12 January 2019; she was also called up again for the junior world championships in Königssee.
The following year saw his first top-10 finishes in the European Cup, in the Altenberg stages on 11 and 12 January 2019; she was also called up again for the junior world championships in Königssee.
In the 2019/20 season she made her debut in the Intercontinental Cup, on 23 November 2019 in Sochi, placing ninth and finishing the season in thirteenth place in the overall standings; a month later she scored her first podiums in the European Cup, placing second in the two races held in Igls on 10-11 January 2020 and ending the year in twelfth place in the final ranking. The progress in results earned her her debut in the World Cup: on 24 January 2020 she placed 22nd in Königssee. Afterwards, on 9 February he finished in 8th place in the race of the junior world championships in Winterberg. At the end of February-beginning of March he then made his debut at the absolute world championships in Altenberg: in the individual race he placed twenty-second, while in the mixed team race (run in tandem with Amedeo Bagnis) he finished in 14th place.
In the 2019/20 season she made her debut in the Intercontinental Cup, on 23 November 2019 in Sochi, placing ninth and finishing the season in thirteenth place in the overall standings; a month later she scored her first podiums in the European Cup, placing second in the two races held in Igls on 10-11 January 2020 and ending the year in twelfth place in the final ranking. The progress in results earned her her debut in the World Cup: on 24 January 2020 she placed 22nd in Königssee. Afterwards, on 9 February he finished in 8th place in the race of the junior world championships in Winterberg. At the end of February-beginning of March he then made his debut at the absolute world championships in Altenberg: in the individual race he placed twenty-second, while in the mixed team race (run in tandem with Amedeo Bagnis) he finished in 14th place.
=== 2021–2023 ===
=== 2021–2023 ===
Italian skeletonist, alpine skier, and Air Force enlistee (born 2000)
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Alessia Crippa (born June 26, 2000) is an Italian skeletonist, and former alpine skier, enlisted in the Italian Air Force Sports Center.
Before becoming an skeletonist she competed as an alpine skier and sprinter, she transitioned to skeleton as a teenager. Enlisted part of the Air Force made her international debut in 2016 on the European Cup circuit. Apart of the Italian Air Force Sports Center , a sports division, apart of the Italian Military Sports Corps, in the Italian Air Force. As an Italian skeleton racer who has represented Italy across the European Cup, Intercontinental Cup, and World Cup circuits, steadily rising through the national development system after debuting internationally in 2016. She has earned medals at the Junior European Championships and collected multiple podium finishes at the Italian National Championships, confirming her status as one of Italy’s most consistent performers in the sport. Over the seasons she has progressed from junior‑level success to major international events, culminating in appearances at the 2025 World Championships, where she placed 19th in the individual race and 7th in the team event, marking her strongest global results to date.
Early life and education
Alessia Crippa was born on 26 June 2000 in Domodossola, in the Piedmont region of northern Italy.[1]
She grew up in the nearby municipality of Crodo, where she was introduced to winter sports at a young age through local clubs.[2] She attended College del mezzofondo, a collaboration between the University of Insubria, the CUS Insubria, and the Italian Athletics Federation (FIDAL) for promising athletes in endurance running, and was enrolled in her third year of Scienze Motorie (Sports Science).[3]
Before taking up skeleton racing, Crippa practiced both alpine skiing and athletics. She competed in sprint events at youth level, recording a personal best of 13.38 seconds in the 100 metres in 2015.[4]
Her early training was supported by Sport Project VCO, a multisport club in the Verbano-Cusio-Ossola area that facilitated her progression in athletics.[5]
Crippa later transitioned to skeleton racing as a teenager, combining her sprinting background with winter‑sport experience.[6]
Sports career
Early sporting background
Crippa began competing in alpine skiing and sprinting in her early years.[7] She later recorded a personal best of 13.38 seconds in the 100 metres in 2015.[7] She trained with Sport Project VCO, a multisport society in the Verbano‑Cusio‑Ossola area that supported her progression across both winter and track events.[8] Originally from Crodo (VB), Crippa initially dedicated herself to athletics and alpine skiing before transitioning to skeleton as a teenager.[9]
2017–2020
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In the 2017/18 season she obtained a top 20 finish for the first time, in the Altenberg stage on 12 February 2018, then repeating the result a week later in Igls; on 25 January she also participated in the junior world championship St. Moritz, being the best of the Italians in the race.
The following year saw his first top-10 finishes in the European Cup, in the Altenberg stages on 11 and 12 January 2019; she was also called up again for the junior world championships in Königssee.
In the 2019/20 season she made her debut in the Intercontinental Cup, on 23 November 2019 in Sochi, placing ninth and finishing the season in thirteenth place in the overall standings; a month later she scored her first podiums in the European Cup, placing second in the two races held in Igls on 10-11 January 2020 and ending the year in twelfth place in the final ranking. The progress in results earned her her debut in the World Cup: on 24 January 2020 she placed 22nd in Königssee. Afterwards, on 9 February he finished in 8th place in the race of the junior world championships in Winterberg. At the end of February-beginning of March he then made his debut at the absolute world championships in Altenberg: in the individual race he placed twenty-second, while in the mixed team race (run in tandem with Amedeo Bagnis) he finished in 14th place.
2021–2023
In 2020/21 she dedicated herself full-time to the World Cup, finishing the season in fifteenth place in the overall standings and placing twenty-second again at the world championships in Altenberg in the individual and ninth in the team; in the junior category, on the other hand, she finished seventh in the world championships in Sankt Moritz while she won the silver medal at the European junior championships in Innsbruck 2021.
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The following year in the World Cup saw the conquest of only two placements in the top 20 out of six races held and a twenty-third place finish. Instead, he won a medal again at the European Junior Championships in Altenberg, winning bronze.
2024–2025
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Crippa competed in both the 2023–24 and 2024–25 IBSF Skeleton World Cup seasons. During the 2023–24 season, she appeared in several international races, including events in Innsbruck, Altenberg, and Sigulda, recording mid‑field placements as she continued developing on the senior circuit.[10] Her season also included participation in the 2024 Junior World Championships, where she finished in the second half of the field.[10]
Entering the 2024–25 season, Crippa achieved one of her strongest early‑season results with a 13th‑place finish in Yanqing, the track used for the 2022 Winter Olympics.[11]
She continued her season at the St. Moritz World Cup on 10 January 2025, where she placed eighth, marking her best World Cup finish of the winter.[9]
In February, Crippa competed in Lillehammer, finishing 25th in the IBSF World Cup race and 16th in the European Championships held the same day. She also completed several official training runs earlier that week.[9]
Crippa concluded her season at the 2025 IBSF World Championships in Lake Placid, placing 19th in the women’s individual event and contributing to Italy’s seventh‑place finish in the mixed team competition. She also participated in training sessions from 2–4 March ahead of the championships.[9][11]
Career victories
| Year | Competition | Event | Location | Finish | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | IBSF World Championships | Individual Women | Lake Placid | 19th | [12] |
| 2025 | IBSF World Championships | Mixed Team | Lake Placid | 7th | [12] |
| 2025 | IBSF World Championships | Mixed Team | Lake Placid | Took temporary lead with Amedeo Bagnis | Italy later overtaken by teammates Margaglio/Gaspari[13] |
| 2025 | IBSF World Cup | Individual Women | Lillehammer | 25th | [14] |
| 2025 | European Championships | Individual Women | Lillehammer | 16th | [14] |
| 2025 | IBSF World Cup | Individual Women | St. Moritz (St.) | 8th | [14] |
| 2016 | European Cup (Debut) | Individual Women | Königssee | 33rd overall season ranking | First international season; 34 points[15] |
Personal life
Alessia Crippa was born on 26 June 2000 in Domodossola, in the Piedmont region of northern Italy.[16]
She grew up in the nearby municipality of Crodo, an area known for its winter‑sport culture and mountain terrain, which played a central role in her early exposure to competitive sport.[5]
Crippa has been associated with Sport Project VCO, a regional multisport organization that supported her development in both alpine skiing and athletics before her transition to skeleton.[17]
Her background in sprinting and skiing shaped her athletic identity long before she entered the national skeleton program.
As a member of the Aeronautica Militare sports group, Crippa trains and competes under the structure of the Italian Air Force, balancing her athletic commitments with the responsibilities of a military‑affiliated athlete.[18]
She continues to represent both Italy and the Air Force in national and international competitions.
Honors and awards
Junior European Championships
- 2 medals:
- 1 silver (singles at Innsbruck 2021);
- 1 bronze (single at Altenberg 2022.
World Cup
- Best overall finish: 15th in 2020/21.
Minor circuits
Intercontinental Cup
- Best finish in the overall standings: 13th in 2019/20.
European Cup
- Best overall finish: 12th in 2019/20;
- 3 podiums (in single):
Italian Championships
- 4 medals:
- 3 silvers (single at Igls 2017; single at Igls 2019; single at Igls 2021).
- 1 bronze (single at Igls 2016).
