It was the first World Cup women's race held at Meribel since 1994, and only the sixth ever.
CNN: Innerhofer equals record as Austrians make skiing history
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Mr Lynch had also worked for Crystal Ski in the French Alpine resorts of La Plagne and Meribel.
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Meanwhile, Tina Maze maintained her massive lead in the women's World Cup standings with fourth place in the downhill at Meribel in France on Saturday.
CNN: Innerhofer equals record as Austrians make skiing history