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In a massive boost for fans worldwide, Lindsey Vonn’s head coach delivered the update everyone was waiting for: the 41-year-old skiing legend is still locked in for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, even after a terrifying crash just days ago. Chris Knight, Vonn’s personal coach, texted the Associated Press on Saturday, January 31, 2026: “No she is not racing today but preparing for Cortina as usual.” The statement came hours after Vonn sat out the World Cup super-G in Crans-Montana, Switzerland—her final tune-up race before the Games—due to the left knee injury sustained in Friday’s downhill wipeout. The…

Just days before the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics kick off, U.S. skiing legend Lindsey Vonn faced yet another brutal setback—but her unbreakable spirit and team-first attitude shone through brighter than ever. The 41-year-old three-time Olympic medalist crashed violently during the World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on January 30, 2026. In treacherous conditions with poor visibility and heavy snow, Vonn lost control after landing a jump, spinning awkwardly and slamming into the safety nets. She injured her left knee—the same one that’s plagued her career—and was airlifted off the course for immediate medical evaluation. The race was canceled after…

In the high-stakes world of alpine skiing, where every second counts and injuries can end careers in an instant, Lindsey Vonn has once again proven why she’s one of the most resilient athletes in sports history. Just one week before the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, the 41-year-old American legend crashed during her final World Cup downhill tune-up in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, injuring her left knee and forcing her to be airlifted for medical evaluation. But Vonn, the three-time Olympic medalist and most decorated female skier in World Cup history, refuses to let the numbers—or the doubts—define…

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, alpine skiing superstar Mikaela Shiffrin has pulled back the curtain on the grueling reality behind her glittering career, admitting that she and her fiancé, Norwegian skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, have been locked in “total survival mode” for the past year and a half. The 30-year-old American icon, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the most decorated athletes in World Cup history, opened up about the relentless setbacks that tested their limits both on and off the slopes. Shiffrin’s own terrifying crash at the Stifel Killington Cup in November 2024 left her with…

Crans-Montana, Switzerland – February 1, 2026 – The final men’s downhill World Cup before the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics exploded into life today on the demanding Mont Lachaux course, with Swiss powerhouse Franjo von Allmen (@franjo_v_allmen) seizing the provisional lead after the first 30 athletes had crossed the finish line.

As Mikaela Shiffrin gears up for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with a record-shattering 108 World Cup wins under her belt, fans are increasingly curious about the personal background fueling one of alpine skiing’s all-time greats. The 30-year-old superstar, born March 13, 1995, in Vail, Colorado, embodies American excellence on the slopes—but what about her heritage, family origins, and beliefs? Nationality: Proudly American Shiffrin holds U.S. nationality and proudly represents Team USA as one of its most decorated athletes. Raised in a skiing-obsessed household—both parents, Eileen (née Condron) and the late Jeff Shiffrin, were competitive ski racers—she moved with…

As the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics approach, ESPN is giving viewers an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of professional alpine ski racing with its new original series, On the Edge: World Cup Ski Racing. The five-episode docuseries, which premiered on January 30, 2026, on the ESPN app and ESPN on Disney+ (for bundle subscribers in the U.S.), follows some of the sport’s biggest stars through the grueling 2025-26 Audi FIS Ski World Cup season and their preparations for Olympic glory. It is also set to become available on Disney+ in select international markets. Directed by Emmy Award-winning…

Mikaela Shiffrin, one of the most decorated alpine skiers in history, recently opened up about the harsh reality of ski racing boots, admitting they are far from comfortable—even for elite athletes like herself. In a recent YouTube Q&A video on her channel, the American star responded candidly to a fan’s question about whether race boots are comfortable. “No, they are not comfortable. They are very uncomfortable,” Shiffrin said. She explained that athletes endure significant foot issues, including bone spurs, bumps, and bruises, due to the rigid design required for performance. Boot technicians from ski companies often grind down parts of…

Mikaela Shiffrin has described the past year as a true “rollercoaster,” reflecting on a dramatic journey that took her from a serious injury to remarkable triumphs and a strong position heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics. The American alpine skiing superstar’s challenging 2025 season started with a severe crash on November 30, 2024, during the World Cup giant slalom in Killington, Vermont. While leading after the first run and chasing her milestone 100th World Cup victory, Shiffrin missed a gate, hit the snow hard, and slammed into the protective netting. The incident left her with a deep puncture wound near…

In the high-stakes world of alpine skiing, where milliseconds separate triumph from heartbreak, Mikaela Shiffrin stands unmatched. The American superstar, holder of the all-time record with 108 World Cup wins, is charging toward the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with relentless drive—and a refreshingly honest perspective on what comes when the wins don’t materialize. In a recent TIME magazine profile titled “Mikaela Shiffrin Wants to Win–and Talk About Loss,” the three-time Olympic medalist opened up about her dual pursuits: stacking more victories while openly confronting the pain of setbacks, grief, and the fragility of success. Fresh off securing her record…