Mikaela Shiffrin turned to social media late Sunday to share an emotional recap of her long-awaited return to super-G, posting a video where she admitted words were “too hard to find for a caption” and instead talked fans through her day—culminating in a simple, powerful declaration: “Monumental steps for me. SG is beautiful❤️.”
The post, accompanied by the note “(🔊sound on),” captured the raw joy and vulnerability of Shiffrin’s first speed event in nearly two years. Despite a late DNF after missing the penultimate gate on the Corviglia course, the 30-year-old American radiated positivity, emphasizing personal progress over the result as she builds toward the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics.
Shiffrin, starting with bib 31, had appeared strong and composed through much of the run, on pace for a solid finish before the error. Yet her reflection highlighted the thrill of rediscovering high-speed skiing: nerves at the start, clarity on the hill, and ultimate satisfaction with rebuilt confidence on jumps and terrain.
The weekend saw New Zealand’s Alice Robinson claim a breakthrough super-G victory in 1:14.84, with France’s Romane Miradoli second (+0.08) and Italy’s Sofia Goggia third (+0.19). Lindsey Vonn delivered another standout performance for the U.S., finishing fourth (+0.27) to cap her sensational St. Moritz campaign.
Shiffrin’s heartfelt update resonated as a reminder of her all-around ambitions, reaffirming her love for the discipline often overshadowed by her technical dominance (104 World Cup wins). “Monumental steps” indeed—fans and rivals alike are watching as the legend pushes boundaries once more.
