Franjo von Allmen captured his third straight gold in the Men’s Olympic Super-G on the Stelvio in Bormio, mastering aerodynamics and precision to make history. Ryan Cochran-Siegle earned silver, while Marco Odermatt took bronze in a race defined by speed and execution.
As the US women’s alpine technical team arrives in Cortina, confidence and belief define the group. Led by Nina O’Brien, Paula Moltzan, and AJ Hurt, the team brings momentum, depth, and resilience into the Olympic Games, embracing success on their own terms while racing for one another on the sport’s biggest stage.
Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic journey did not end with a fairytale finish, but with a powerful reminder of what it means to dare greatly. After a crash that resulted in a complex tibia fracture, Vonn reframed the moment not as failure, but as the cost of chasing gold in a sport where risk is inseparable from greatness.
As Mikaela Shiffrin arrives in Cortina d’Ampezzo for the Olympic Games, the most decorated skier in history isn’t focused on medals or legacy. Instead, she’s embracing the work, the pressure, and the privilege of continuing a journey defined by gratitude, resilience, and relentless attention to detail.
Switzerland rose to the occasion in the men’s team combined as Tanguay Nef and Franjo von Allmen delivered gold under pressure, while shared responsibility, razor-thin margins, and emotional partnerships defined a race where athletes skied for more than just themselves.
Giovanni Franzoni set the early benchmark in the men’s team combined with a commanding downhill run, while Switzerland stacked the leaderboard and multiple nations positioned themselves for a volatile slalom finish. With margins tight and pressure high, the medals remain wide open heading into the final run.
Under clear skies on the Stelvio, the Olympic men’s downhill delivered speed, courage, and emotion from top to bottom. Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen captured gold in a career-defining run, while Italy rose on home snow and a new generation seized the Olympic moment in Bormio.
Franjo von Allmen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant downhill victory on the legendary Nationale piste in Crans-Montana, edging Dominik Paris and Ryan Cochran-Siegle in a full-throttle final race before the Olympic Games. With momentum building across the Swiss, Italian, and North American teams, the men now turn their focus to Bormio as Olympic downhill training begins.
Christine Feehan has lived nearly every side of alpine skiing — coach, media leader, FIS staff, Olympic venue manager — and now, in her “third act,” she is bringing those experiences together to help reshape the future of women’s ski sport.
Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the women’s slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, winning both runs to secure her ninth career slalom Crystal Globe. A demanding course, electric crowd, and breakthrough performances from North American athletes defined a memorable World Cup race day.
Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the first run of the women’s slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, opening a commanding lead as the fight tightened behind her. With strong performances from Wendy Holdener, Emma Aicher, and a deep American contingent, plus a breakthrough home run from Martina Bubovská, the stage is set for an intense second run.
Sara Hector delivered a composed and commanding performance to claim victory in the women’s Giant Slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, holding her first-run lead with a strong second run. With three Americans finishing inside the top five and momentum building toward Cortina, the race showcased both elite precision and the growing depth of women’s Giant Slalom heading into the Olympic Games.
Sara Hector holds a narrow lead after Run One of the Women’s Giant Slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, with Camille Rast and Julia Scheib close behind. Strong performances from Mikaela Shiffrin and Paula Moltzan highlight a competitive opening run as the podium remains wide open heading into Run Two.
From frozen Latvian fields to World Cup slalom start gates, Dženifera “Jenny” Ğērmane’s rise has been anything but easy. Shaped by family sacrifice, repeated injuries, and a leap of faith that saved her career, the 22-year-old Latvian is now a consistent World Cup point scorer—and quietly moving into the Olympic conversation.
Emma Aicher mastered the fog in Tarvisio to claim Super G victory, while Lindsey Vonn returned to the podium, Keely Cashman delivered a breakthrough performance, and Sofia Goggia seized the red leader bib in a dramatic World Cup showdown.
Nicol Delago delivered a historic first World Cup victory in front of a home crowd in Tarvisio, mastering foggy conditions in a race loaded with Olympic qualification pressure. With Lindsey Vonn and Kira Weidle-Winkelmann completing a dramatic podium, the fifth downhill of the season produced powerful performances, emotional comebacks, and major implications on the road to the Olympic Games.
Noa Szőllős made history as the first Israeli woman to score World Cup points in alpine skiing. At just 21, the slalom specialist is proving she belongs on the world stage, combining mental resilience, technical skill, and growing confidence as she eyes the Olympics and more Europa Cup and World Cup success.
The Women’s Nor-Am circuit delivered high-level racing across Quebec, with Giant Slalom battles at Mont-Tremblant followed by a historic slalom debut at Mont-Saint-Sauveur. With World Cup points, Olympic quotas, and international rankings at stake, the events drew a deep global field and highlighted the Nor-Am’s role as a key pathway to the World Cup.
Paco Rassat delivered a breakthrough victory in Adelboden, winning a razor-thin men’s World Cup slalom ahead of Atle Lie McGrath and Henrik Kristoffersen. With the fastest second run and shifting slalom standings, the Chuenisbärgli once again proved why slalom remains the most unpredictable and thrilling discipline this winter.
Henrik Kristoffersen leads after a tight Run 1 on the Chuenisbärgli in Adelboden, with Atle Lie McGrath and Eduard Hallberg separated by mere hundredths. The top 10 is packed within 0.67 seconds, setting the stage for a thrilling second run. Veterans and rising stars alike delivered precision and aggression, while racers from the USA, Great Britain, and Canada had mixed results.
Lindsey Vonn dominates the Zauchensee Downhill, showcasing unmatched precision, speed, and control. With two Americans on the podium and strong performances across Europe, the women’s speed circuit delivered excitement, teamwork, and emerging talent.
Ski racing carries inherent risk, but injury prevention and return-to-snow systems are evolving. Coaches and programs are rethinking how athletes recover, rebuild confidence, and return safely—through better communication, smarter training design, and a culture that prioritizes long-term health.
Camille Rast secures her first World Cup victory in Kranjska Gora, with Julia Scheib and Paula Moltzan rounding out a thrilling podium. Standout second runs from Sofia Goggia, Sara Hector, and Elisabeth Bocock, along with strong performances from North American skiers, made for a race full of tactical brilliance and attacking skiing.
Camille Rast set the early pace in Kranjska Gora, with Paula Moltzan and 19-year-old Lara Colturi completing the first-run podium. North Americans shone in a strong opening, including Cassidy Gray’s breakout run from bib 45, while rookie Dania Allenbach made an impressive World Cup debut at 18.
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