The skiing world is buzzing this New Year’s Day as American legend Mikaela Shiffrin kicks off 2026 with pure fire – sharing an uplifting update on her recovery and hinting at big things ahead for the Milano Cortina Olympics!
Fresh off dominating the early 2025-26 World Cup slalom season with a perfect record and her record-extending 106th career win just days ago, the 30-year-old GOAT took to social media to spread serious motivation: “I’m back, moving, sweating… and it feels so exciting to use my body again!”
After battling back from a tough injury that sidelined her earlier, Shiffrin is clearly thriving in her comeback – training hard, feeling strong, and radiating that unstoppable energy we all love.
With the Winter Olympics just weeks away (women’s alpine events start February 8), this timing couldn’t be better. Shiffrin has vowed a focused approach this time – targeting her strongest events like slalom and giant slalom – and if this New Year vibe is any indication, gold medals are absolutely on the menu. 🇺🇸🏆
“I’m making progress… and ready to go!” she teased. Translation: The queen is reloaded and the slopes better watch out!
