Following Mikaela Shiffrin’s dominant victory in the night slalom at Flachau on January 13, 2026—her record-extending 107th World Cup win and 70th in the discipline—her fiancé, Norwegian alpine star Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, was quick to share his pride and excitement.
Kilde, a 21-time World Cup winner himself who has been on an inspiring comeback trail after a severe 2024 crash, reacted via an Instagram story shortly after the race. He posted a simple but enthusiastic message: “Boooom 👸❤️” — capturing the explosive impact of Shiffrin’s performance with the queen emoji symbolizing her royalty in the sport, paired with a heart for affection.
This delighted reaction aligns with the couple’s longstanding pattern of mutual support. Kilde has consistently celebrated Shiffrin’s triumphs on social media, from calling previous wins “a good night story” after her Courchevel slalom victory to being left “speechless” with crown-and-heart emojis following another dominant display earlier in the season.
The pair, engaged since April 2024, have been each other’s rock through injuries and triumphs. Shiffrin was emotionally by Kilde’s side for his emotional World Cup return in November 2025, and he has repeatedly praised her resilience and inspiration in interviews.
With the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approaching (starting February 6), this latest win keeps Shiffrin in peak form, leading the slalom standings comfortably. Kilde’s proud, loving response underscores the unbreakable bond fueling both athletes as they chase Olympic glory.
The alpine power couple continues to inspire fans worldwide—here’s to more “boooom” moments ahead! ❤️⛷️🇺🇸🇳🇴
