In a lighthearted exchange on the social media platform Threads, skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin shared some comical advice with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg. The tech mogul had reached out to Shiffrin, seeking tips on how to improve his skiing skills.
Zuckerberg’s initial post featured POV footage of him navigating a gentle ski course, accompanied by the caption, “First race since kneel surgery! 💪 Messing around with our new Edits app. @mikaelashiffrin, any tips?” Shiffrin, known for her wit and humor, responded with a humorous warning: “Words of wisdom: if you french fry when you’re supposed to pizza, you’re gonna have a bad time! 🙃 Also, just have fun!”
For those unfamiliar with skiing terminology, “french fry” and “pizza” refer to two different skiing techniques. “French fry” describes a skiing position where the skis are parallel to each other, while “pizza” refers to a wedge-shaped skiing position, where the skis are angled inward. Shiffrin’s advice was likely a tongue-in-cheek reference to the classic South Park episode, Asspen.
Zuckerberg, who has been open about his passion for skiing and mixed martial arts, replied to Shiffrin’s tip with a praying hands emoji. The tech mogul has been recovering from a knee injury sustained during an MMA training session in 2023. His interest in MMA has made headlines in the past, including a proposed cage match with Elon Musk that ultimately fizzled out.
As a skier, Zuckerberg has been known to frequent exclusive ski resorts, including the Yellowstone Club in Montana. The private resort and community have hosted numerous high-profile guests, including billionaires and celebrities.
The exchange between Shiffrin and Zuckerberg serves as a lighthearted reminder that even the most accomplished individuals can benefit from a little advice and humor. As Shiffrin so aptly put it, the key to enjoying skiing is to “just have fun!”
