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Levi, Finland – November 14, 2025 – Under the shimmering northern lights and a crisp Arctic chill, the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup bib draw ceremony in Levi transformed into a love-fest Thursday night, with American superstar Mikaela Shiffrin stealing the spotlight not just with her start position, but with a heartfelt shoutout to her global fanbase. “Love you all,” Shiffrin wrote on social media alongside a photo of the packed event, capturing the electric energy of the crowd. “What a crowd at the bib draw tonight! Tomorrow is going to be a big day! The post, which quickly racked…

Under the shimmering veil of the northern lights, the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup slalom season officially launched its bib draw ceremony Friday evening at Levi’s Zero Point arena, setting the stage for a pivotal women’s showdown on the iconic Levi Black slope. Mikaela Shiffrin, the American slalom maestro with a record eight victories at this Lapland venue, pulled Bib 3 – a strategic mid-pack position that offers her the chance to gauge early course conditions while leveraging her unparalleled precision on the technical terrain. The public draw, attended by hundreds of fans braving the sub-zero chill, blended festive…

In a candid new interview, former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Jake E. Lee has opened up about his first-hand encounters with a young, ferocious Metallica during their 1986 tour as openers for Ozzy’s The Ultimate Sin trek. The revelations come amid Lee’s recent reflections on his own storied career, including his pivotal role in Ozzy’s farewell concert earlier this year, Back to the Beginning. Lee’s comments paint a vivid picture of a band on the cusp of metal domination, contrasting sharply with the polished image Ozzy’s camp enforced at the time. Speaking on the Talk Is Jericho podcast, Lee recounted the…

With fewer than 100 days remaining until the 2027 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships in Cortina d’Ampezzo, the World Cup slalom season officially ignites this weekend in Levi, Finland. The highly anticipated opener marks the beginning of an action-packed winter calendar, featuring a full slate of FIS Alpine World Cup events leading into the global showcase. Athletes from Team USA, competing under the banner #OneForAll, are poised to make their mark amid a demanding schedule of technical and speed disciplines. From the crisp Nordic slopes of Levi—complete with its festive reindeer and holiday spirit—to the high-stakes races ahead, the road…

In the latest installment of the adrenaline-fueled podcast series What’s the Point, host [Host Name] sits down with Breezy Johnson, one of the most formidable downhill skiers on the global stage. Episode 2, titled with the rallying cry “The train don’t stop!! We’re keeping this thing rollin'”, spotlights Johnson’s extraordinary career marked by Olympic prowess, world championships, and an unyielding comeback spirit. Presented by STIFEL, the episode is now available for listeners eager to dive into the mindset of a true alpine warrior. Johnson, a standout American skier, has cemented her legacy in the high-stakes world of FIS Alpine Ski…

Two-time Olympic gold medalist and record-holder for the most World Cup skiing victories, Mikaela Shiffrin, is expanding her portfolio with the debut of a new podcast. Titled What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin, the bi-weekly series will explore meaningful conversations and be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and—Shiffrin hopes—United Airlines’ in-flight entertainment system in the future. The inaugural episode is scheduled for release on October 29, coinciding with the 100-day countdown to the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. In an interview with USA TODAY Sports, Shiffrin expressed enthusiasm tempered by the challenges of balancing the project with her demanding…

Jake E. Lee, Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist on the 1983 album Bark at the Moon and 1986’s The Ultimate Sin, has responded to ongoing comparisons with his predecessor, Randy Rhoads, emphasizing that differences in style come down to personal taste rather than objective superiority. In a recent appearance on the Tone-Talk podcast, Lee acknowledged the persistence of fan debates. “There are still people who prefer my playing over Randy’s, and others who insist that’s ridiculous—as if it’s indisputable that Randy is simply better,” he said (transcribed via Ultimate Guitar). “We’re different. I’m not claiming to be better than Randy, nor do…

High above the Arctic Circle in Finland’s lush northern forests, a special reindeer named Rudolph roams—no relation to the Christmas icon, but a prized possession of alpine skiing superstar Mikaela Shiffrin. As the FIS World Cup slalom season opens this weekend in Levi, Finland, the winner will continue a cherished local tradition: receiving a live reindeer as a trophy. Shiffrin, already owner of eight such animals from her record-breaking victories on the Levi Black slope, is poised to claim her ninth. Her growing herd—including Rudolph, Rori, Sunny, Sven, and others—spends summers grazing freely in the wilderness and winters at the…

Following the giant slalom season opener in Sölden, the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup heads to Levi, Finland, for the inaugural women’s slalom event—and the first of the Olympic cycle. Beneath the dim Arctic light and amid the distant jingle of reindeer bells, elite slalom specialists tackle the challenging Levi Black piste, a steep, technical run that rewards precision, poise, and lightning-fast reflexes. With Olympic team selections on the line, every early-race result carries extra weight this winter. The defending podium trio from last year—Mikaela Shiffrin (USA), Katharina Liensberger (AUT), and Lena Duerr (GER)—is back in action, promising another intense…

In a serendipitous collision of heavy metal history and razor-sharp comedy, legendary guitarist Jake E. Lee made a surprise appearance at comedian Bill Burr’s Las Vegas performance last night, courtesy of an impromptu invite from fellow comic Dean Delray. Unbeknownst to the trio, the evening marked the 42nd anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic album Bark at the Moon—the 1983 opus that launched Lee’s career into the stratosphere with its blistering title track. Delray, a longtime stand-up staple and podcaster known for his “Sandwich King” antics and appearances alongside Burr, took to social media post-show to capture the magic: “Last night…