By the time Rahlves started 11th today, all five Austrian skiers had already finished, along with the other leading contenders.
I've interviewed Austrian skiers whose only English was the brand name on their skis.
It was also another black day for Austrian skiers, who have endured more than their share of tragedy recently.
And when he stood there, he would also be the first Austrian skier awarded four Olympic medals.
The Austrian skiers have not bought that interpretation.
Last year was the first time since 1997 that Austrian skiers did not win a men's or women's overall World Cup title.
On April 25 the hearings closed, resulting in the lifetime suspensions of six Austrian skiers.
Austrian skiers won 9 races out of 10.
Austrian skiers won 7 races out of 8.
Because of this decision the Swiss and Austrian skiers refused to compete at the Games.