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Mikaela Shiffrin reminded the world why Levi is her kingdom. The American superstar powered through the first run of the 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup slalom opener, posting a near-perfect time that left the field gasping — 1.49 seconds ahead of the nearest challenger after the top 15 athletes completed their descent. With bib 3, Shiffrin attacked the 62-gate Levi Black course with ruthless precision, blending explosive speed on the upper pitch with surgical rhythm through the rutted lower section. Her dominance was immediate and undeniable. “She’s in a class of her own,” said one FIS commentator as Shiffrin…

The 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women’s slalom season couldn’t have kicked off with more fireworks. American superstar Mikaela Shiffrin wasted no time asserting her supremacy, exploding out of the starting gate with bib 3 and storming to the top of the leaderboard after the first run on the Levi Black course. Crossing the finish line with a blistering time, Shiffrin vaulted into the lead by an astonishing 1.49 seconds, leaving the chasing pack in awe and the Finnish crowd in a frenzy. The 30-year-old Olympic double gold medalist, fresh off a resilient return from injury, posted a flawless…

 In a display of vintage Mikaela Shiffrin mastery, the American alpine icon seized control of the 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women’s slalom season right from the opening gate. Blasting down the iconic Levi Black course under crisp Arctic skies, Shiffrin clocked the fastest time of the first run by a staggering margin, leading her closest pursuer by 1.49 seconds and setting the stage for what could be her ninth victory—and 102nd career World Cup triumph—at this reindeer-rich venue. The 30-year-old from Edwards, Colorado, wearing bib 3, carved through the 62-gate setup with surgical precision, blending explosive speed on…

The chill in the Finnish Lapland air is palpable, but it’s nothing compared to the electric anticipation gripping the Levi Black course today. As the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women’s slalom opener explodes onto the scene, all eyes are on American icon Mikaela Shiffrin, who’s gunning for her ninth victory at this storied venue – and, with it, a potential 102nd career World Cup triumph that would further etch her name into the annals of winter sports immortality. Shiffrin, the 30-year-old two-time Olympic champion and reigning queen of slalom, arrives in Levi fresh off a dominant close to…

Former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Jake E. Lee has shared his admiration for Metallica’s unpretentious stage presence during their 1986 opening slot on the Ultimate Sin tour, highlighting the stark contrast with Ozzy’s elaborate dress code. In a recent interview with BraveWords, Lee recalled his first impressions of Metallica—fresh off the release of Master of Puppets—and the “magic” they brought with late bassist Cliff Burton. “They were heavy as shit. They were angry, there was nothing polished or pretty about them,” Lee said. “I’m glad I got to see them all those times with Cliff.” Lee, who played with Ozzy from…

Eight reindeer trophies. Ninety-seven World Cup wins. One unbreakable legacy. That’s Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated slalom skier in history. But standing across the start gate tomorrow is Zrinka Ljutić, the 20-year-old Croatian sensation who shocked the ski world last season by clinching the 2024/25 FIS Slalom Crystal Globe—the youngest winner since Shiffrin herself in 2013. This isn’t just a race. It’s a generational collision.

The stage is set for tomorrow’s FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women’s slalom, and the spotlight shines brightest on the six athletes who dominated last season’s discipline standings. Will the usual suspects lock down the podium once more, or is a breakout performance waiting in the wings? The answer comes Saturday on Levi’s unforgiving Black course. Here are the names to watch: Mikaela Shiffrin (USA) – The reigning slalom globe holder and Levi’s eight-time queen arrives with bib 6 and unmatched momentum. Petra Vlhová (SVK) – Still sidelined by injury, the 2021 world champion’s absence opens the door—but her legacy…

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…