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Lindsey Vonn reflects on Erich Sailer’s lasting influence, her inspiring comeback, and the mission of her foundation in a new Skiing is Believing podcast episode with hosts Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka.

Freddy Carrick-Smith became the youngest British man in 44 years to start a World Cup giant slalom, finishing strong in his debut on the Sölden Glacier.

Eighteen-year-old Freddy Carrick-Smith will make his World Cup debut this weekend in Sölden, following in the tracks of Charlie Raposo, who last raced in the 2024 season. Confident and composed, the rising British skier from a family of racers is ready to test himself against the world’s best and help drive a new era for British Alpine skiing.

French giant slalom star Mathieu Faivre has announced his retirement, closing a career highlighted by 2021 double world titles, World Cup victories, and an Olympic medal

US racers closed the South American Cup speed finals in Corralco with strong results, as Tricia Mangan earned a Super-G win, Allison Mollin scored multiple podiums, and independent World Cup skier Wiley Maple captured a Super-G victory. The performances capped a productive training block in Chile and gave the Americans valuable momentum heading into the World Cup season and Olympic year.

Dorota Dorota Tlalka-Mogore PAP/Wojciech Kryński Sept. 26 — After a long and hard battle with

In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing top ten series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg sit down with Canadian World Cup winner Britt Janyk to break down the greatest downhillers of all time—from Moser-Pröll’s dominance in the ’70s to today’s legends and rising stars.

Katie Hensien and Nina O’Brien powered a North American slalom surge at the ANC series in New Zealand, combining for five wins as Eleri Smart added three Canadian podiums.

In this special Skiing is Believing episode, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka talk with Norwegian ski racers Madeleine Sylvester-Davik and Rasmus Bakkevig about their breakout World Cup seasons, the depth of Norway’s tech team, and their ambitions for the year ahead—plus a lighthearted couples quick-fire round.

Norwegian skier Rasmus Windingstad has announced his retirement after 11 years on the World Cup tour, where he earned three podiums, one victory, and competed at the 2022 Olympics. The 30-year-old giant slalom specialist will be remembered for his Attacking Viking style and consistent presence in one of the sport’s deepest teams.

Jesse Kertesz-Knight shares his passion for skiing, his journey through the sport, and his experiences at Marmot Basin on the Skiing is Believing podcast.

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast summer series, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka had the privilege of welcoming former American downhiller and Ski & Snowboard Club Vail coach, AJ Kitt.

Tanguy Nef is carving his own path to Olympic contention, blending Ivy League academics with World Cup success. The 28-year-old Swiss slalom skier, now ranked among the world’s top ten, reflects on his unique journey through the NCAA system, his breakthrough season, and what it means to chase the Olympic dream.

In the third episode of the Top 10 series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcome FIS TV and TNT Sports commentator Ian Findlay to discuss the legends of Men's GS. Tune in!

In a very special episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcomed renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Jim Taylor to express the importance of mentality and psychology across sport, and particularly ski racing. Tune in!

In the second episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast they welcomed former British World Cup racer, Emma Carrick-Anderson. Together, they discussed their top ten current female racers. Tune in!

In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Croatian technical expert and three-time World Cup winner Filip Zubčić joined Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka. Tune in!

In the first episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka welcomed nine-time World Cup Downhill winner Daron Rahlves back to the show. Together, they discussed their top ten male downhill racers of all time. Tune in!