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Mikaela Shiffrin, the alpine skiing icon with a record 101 World Cup victories, celebrated a significant milestone at the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season opener in Sölden, Austria, finishing fourth in the women’s giant slalom. The result, her best in the discipline in 21 months, marked a triumphant step in her recovery from a traumatic crash last November, with the U.S. Ski Team shining brightly as teammates Paula Moltzan and Nina O’Brien claimed second and sixth places, respectively. Starting from bib 20—a reflection of her struggles in giant slalom last season—Shiffrin posted a combined time of 2:17.93, placing sixth…

Mikaela Shiffrin kicked off the 2025-26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season with a resilient fourth-place finish in the women’s giant slalom opener on the Rettenbach Glacier, marking her strongest performance in the discipline since a devastating crash nearly a year ago. The two-time Olympic champion, starting from bib 20 due to a challenging previous season, clocked a combined time of 2:17.93, finishing 1.42 seconds behind winner Julia Scheib of Austria. Shiffrin’s result – her best World Cup GS finish in 21 months – comes on the heels of a harrowing incident on November 30, 2024, during the Killington giant…

American alpine skiing sensation Mikaela Shiffrin expressed heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and congratulations she and her team received following a remarkable performance at the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup opener in Sölden, Austria. Shiffrin, joined on the podium by teammate Paula Moltzan and Croatia’s Zrinka Ljutić, described the shared moment as “truly unforgettable” in a recent social media post. Shiffrin’s podium finish marked another milestone in her illustrious career, as she continues to solidify her legacy as one of the greatest alpine skiers in history. The event, held on the Rettenbach Glacier, saw Shiffrin deliver a commanding performance,…

The U.S. Ski Team launched the 2025-26 Alpine Skiing World Cup season with a stellar performance at the women’s giant slalom in Sölden, Austria, on Saturday, highlighted by Mikaela Shiffrin’s fourth-place finish and Paula Moltzan’s impressive second-place podium. The strong showing on the Rettenbach glacier underscored the team’s preparation and promise for the Olympic year. Mikaela Shiffrin, 30, demonstrated her off-season focus on giant slalom with two controlled runs from bib 20, finishing just shy of the podium in the season opener. The result marks a solid start for the American superstar, who has prioritized the discipline in her training…

Mikaela Shiffrin kicked off the Alpine Skiing World Cup season with a strong fourth-place finish in the women’s giant slalom on Saturday, proving her off-season dedication to the discipline paid dividends. Racing from bib 20 on the challenging Rettenbach glacier, the 30-year-old American delivered two composed runs, landing just off the podium in the season opener. The day belonged to Austria’s Julia Scheib, who claimed a shock maiden World Cup victory on home soil. The 27-year-old Rossignol skier set the pace with a blistering first run of 1:07.8 and held her nerve in the second to edge out American Paula…

In a thrilling start to the 2025-26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season, Austria’s Julia Scheib captured her maiden World Cup win in the women’s giant slalom on the Rettenbach Glacier, with American Paula Moltzan delivering a strong second-place finish. Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin rounded out a solid day for Team USA with fourth place, as the two-run event unfolded under crisp autumn conditions on October 25, 2025. Scheib, 27, edged out Moltzan by a narrow margin of 0.23 seconds after posting the fastest time in the second run, reversing her third-place standing after the opening descent. The victory marks…

The FIS Alpine World Cup kicked off in spectacular fashion on October 25, 2025, with Team USA delivering a stellar performance in the Giant Slalom on the Rettenbach Glacier. Paula Moltzan led the charge, securing an impressive second-place finish, while teammate Mikaela Shiffrin finished just off the podium in fourth. Switzerland’s Lara Gut-Behrami took third, and Austria celebrated a long-awaited victory in the event. The day began with the first run at 9 a.m., under favorable conditions despite recent snow and unpredictable weather. Sunshine bathed the glacier, though light winds and variable visibility challenged skiers on the upper slopes. Moltzan…

Sölden, Austria – In a commanding display of precision and power, Austrian alpine skier Julia Scheib seized the lead after the first run of the women’s World Cup giant slalom on Saturday, setting the tone for the 2025-26 season on the challenging Rettenbach Glacier course. The 27-year-old from Styria clocked an impressive time of 1:07.80, outpacing her closest competitor by a commanding 1.28 seconds and signaling her intent to challenge the sport’s elite as the Olympic campaign kicks off. Scheib’s flawless descent—marked by aggressive line choices on the steep upper sections and seamless speed maintenance on the flatter terrain—left the…

American alpine skiing icon Mikaela Shiffrin delivered a solid performance in the opening run of the women’s giant slalom at the 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season premiere on Saturday, securing sixth place with a time of 1:20.20 as the field heads into the decisive second run. The 30-year-old Shiffrin, competing in her 16th World Cup season, clocked her effort on the challenging Rettenbach glacier course under crisp autumn conditions, trailing early leader Federica Brignone of Italy by 0.78 seconds. Brignone set the benchmark at 1:19.42, with Switzerland’s Lara Gut-Behrami in second at 1:19.65 (+0.23) and France’s Tessa Worley…

The Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City sparkled with star power and philanthropy Thursday night as U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s 59th Annual Gold Medal Gala set a historic fundraising record, amassing an unprecedented $3.2 million to support the organization’s athletes and programs. Presented by J. Crew, the event drew luminaries, sponsors, and supporters united in their mission to empower the next generation of American skiers and snowboarders as the 2025-26 FIS Alpine World Cup season opens this weekend in Sölden, Austria. The gala, a cornerstone of U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s annual calendar, celebrated the organization’s legacy while fueling its future.…