On February 10, 2021

Killington’s Robert Cone wins Winter Carnival Cup

By Brooke Geery

Killington local Robert Cone emerged victorious against a field that contained five other Vermonters at the Winter Carnival Cup in Steamboat Springs, Colorado on Feb. 6.

It has been more than a year since dual pro racers stood atop a world cup podium, and Cone entered as the reigning World Pro Ski Tour champion.

Skiing with his signature strong athletic style, Cone advanced easily through the bracket-style competition. The margins of his victories narrowed when he faced Steamboat local Garrett Driller, who knew he had to lay it all on the line — which Driller did when he reached a little too aggressively at the finish and skidded headfirst into the corral. In the end, Cone topped Driller by .17 seconds.

“It’s great to be back with all of these guys. We are all trying to get our feet under us after the long break, but we are excited to be here and get some racing in this season,” Cone said.

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