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Mikaela Shiffrin couldn’t hide her joy — and who could blame her? “We couldn’t have asked for a better day for today’s Giant Slalom in Kronplatz 🥹🇮🇹” the American legend posted, capturing the pure alpine bliss as the FIS World Cup women’s giant slalom unfolded on the legendary Erta slope under crystal-clear skies and perfect snow conditions. With the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics just weeks away (opening Feb 6), this traditional Kronplatz showdown on January 20 served as the ultimate pre-Games tune-up on one of the circuit’s toughest and most scenic technical hills. The Erta — steep, relentless, and unforgiving…

All eyes are on the stunning South Tyrol peaks as the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup rolls into Kronplatz for the traditional women’s giant slalom showdown on the infamous Erta slope! 🇮🇹❄️ This iconic Italian venue — known for its brutal steepness and breathtaking Dolomites views — is firing up the final technical races before the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics explode in February. With Run 1 dropping at 10:30 and Run 2 at 13:30 on January 20, expect razor-sharp gates, high-speed turns, and zero room for error on a hill that demands absolute precision and courage. The Erta has…

From teenage phenom to undisputed queen of alpine skiing, Mikaela Shiffrin continues to rewrite the record books at a blistering pace. It all started in Sochi 2014: At just 18, the American sensation stunned the world by winning gold in the women’s slalom, becoming the youngest Olympic champion in the discipline’s history. That breakthrough moment launched one of the most dominant careers in winter sports. Fast-forward to today: Shiffrin has amassed three Olympic medals (gold in slalom 2014, gold in giant slalom 2018, and silver in combined 2018) and shattered every major benchmark on the FIS World Cup circuit. Her…

The undisputed queen of Alpine skiing, Mikaela Shiffrin, continues her march toward the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics with unmatched dominance and signature humility. Fresh off her commanding night slalom victory in Flachau, Austria, on January 13—her 107th career World Cup win and 70th in slalom—the 30-year-old American reflected on her historic achievements ahead of today’s giant slalom in Kronplatz, Italy. Shiffrin, who leads the slalom standings and remains a top threat in the overall Crystal Globe chase, admitted the “GOAT” moniker still catches her off guard. “Most of the time when people use the term ‘GOAT’ and my name…

Ski fans and family lovers, get ready for the ultimate feel-good story! As the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics rapidly approach (just weeks away!), Mikaela Shiffrin — the undisputed greatest alpine skier of all time — continues to dominate the FIS World Cup circuit. With over 107 World Cup victories (including a stunning sixth slalom win this season in the floodlit Flachau night race), the 30-year-old American superstar is in peak form, leading the slalom rankings and charging toward more history. But behind every flawless run, every podium celebration, and every record smashed stands the woman who’s been there since…

Ski world, HOLD ONTO YOUR GOGGLES! The undisputed GOAT of alpine skiing just lit up social media with the ultimate hype drop: “See you tomorrow, @Kronplatz. 😅 Bib 8” That’s right – Mikaela Shiffrin is locked and loaded for today’s giant slalom on the brutal, legendary slopes of Kronplatz (Plan de Corones), Italy… and she’s starting from bib number 8 with that signature cheeky emoji that says she’s feeling the pressure… but thriving in it! 😏⛷️ Fresh off her massive 107th World Cup victory (and sixth slalom win this season!) in the epic night race at Flachau – where she…

Ski fans, buckle up — the queen of the slopes is back in action! Fresh off her electrifying 107th World Cup victory (and sixth slalom win this season) in the floodlit night race at Flachau, Austria, where she dominated with teammate Paula Moltzan locking down an epic American 1-2 finish, Mikaela Shiffrin is heading straight to the legendary slopes of Kronplatz (Plan de Corones), Italy! She’s eyeing the giant slalom on January 20 — a technical beast of a course that’s seen her make history before. With the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics just weeks away, every run counts, and…

At 41, Lindsey Vonn is proving age is just a number in alpine skiing. The American comeback queen secured her seventh World Cup podium of the season with a strong second-place finish in Sunday’s super-G on the demanding Di Prampero course in Tarvisio — her favorite stomping ground making a triumphant return to the World Cup calendar after 15 years. Germany’s rising star Emma Aicher claimed the victory in a time of 1:14.04, edging out Vonn by a razor-thin 0.27 seconds. Czechia’s Ester Ledecka rounded out the podium in third. Here are electrifying shots of Lindsey Vonn celebrating her latest…

In a highly anticipated moment for Italian alpine skiing and fans worldwide, Federica Brignone has confirmed her return to competitive racing after a devastating injury that sidelined her for nearly 300 days. The 35-year-old Italian star, reigning giant slalom world champion and former overall World Cup winner, will line up for Tuesday’s Audi FIS Ski World Cup giant slalom on the challenging Erta piste at Plan de Corones (Kronplatz). Brignone suffered a severe double fracture to her left tibia and fibula during a crash at the Italian national championships in Val di Fassa in April 2025. The injury, which required…

In a gripping showdown on the fog-shrouded Prampero course in Tarvisio, Italy, alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn continued her unstoppable Olympic buildup with a hard-fought second-place finish in the women’s World Cup super-G on Sunday. The 41-year-old American icon, a four-time overall World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, crossed the line just 0.27 seconds behind winner Emma Aicher of Germany. Vonn’s performance marks her seventh podium in eight speed races this season — a level of dominance unmatched by any other speed specialist as the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics (starting February 6) loom less than three weeks away.…