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The men’s World Cup season opens Sunday in Sölden with River Radamus starting 12th and Austria’s Stefan Brennsteiner leading off for the home crowd. Download the daily program and start list for full details.

Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a dominant win in Levi, sweeping both runs. Lara Colturi charged to second on her 19th birthday, and Emma Aicher claimed her first World Cup slalom podium. Paula Moltzan surged 15 places with the second-fastest run to finish fourth.

Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a commanding first run in Levi as high-bib racers surged into the top 30. Full results, surprises, and who qualified for run two are inside.

Mikaela Shiffrin starts with bib 3 as the Olympic season’s first women’s slalom takes place in Levi. This preview includes the full start list, daily program, and key storylines, plus links to download both documents.

The women’s World Cup slalom season begins in Levi, Finland — the only stop above the Arctic Circle. Mikaela Shiffrin, the all-time slalom leader, headlines a strong North American field as the Olympic season begins.

The men’s World Cup slalom season kicks off in Levi, where Clément Noël returns, the U.S. team brings depth, and the field is ready to attack. Full details on how and when to watch are included.

Stanley Buzek’s journey from Boulder to the World Cup begins in Levi, Finland. The 20-year-old Stifel U.S. Ski Team racer will make his World Cup slalom debut on November 16, bringing NorAm confidence, CU Boulder ties, and a love for free skiing that continues to shape his style and mindset.

Race Place founder and BEAST creator Scott Holmer is remembered for his innovation, mentorship, and lasting impact on generations of ski racers.

On Halloween day, Copper Mountain delivered perfect snow and pure energy as SSCV, CU, MSU, Team Summit, and SSWSC athletes kicked off their early-season training. See the photo slideshow capturing the day’s fun and focus.

Julia Scheib ended Austria’s nine-year women’s GS drought with a home victory in Sölden. Paula Moltzan finished second, Mikaela Shiffrin fourth, and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team dominated — three in the top six and all North Americans in the top 20.

Austria’s Julia Scheib stormed into the lead after the first run in Sölden’s season-opening giant slalom. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team surged into contention with Paula Moltzan second, Mikaela Shiffrin sixth, and Katie Hensien ninth as three Americans landed inside the top 10.

The men’s World Cup season launches Sunday in Sölden, Austria, marking the start of the Olympic year. Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard lead the field, with Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen and Atle Lie McGrath in pursuit. River Radamus headlines the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, joined by teammates Bridger Gile, Patrick Kenney, Cooper Puckett, Isaiah Nelson, and Ryder Sarchett as they target early-season breakthroughs.

The 2025–26 Women’s World Cup season opens Saturday in Sölden, Austria, with the world’s best returning to the Rettenbach Glacier for an early test of speed and skill. Mikaela Shiffrin, Alice Robinson, and Lara Gut-Behrami headline a deep field in the first giant slalom of the Olympic year.

After surviving a near-fatal crash, Victor Wiacek turned his experience into purpose, founding VIX Protection to create cut-resistant gear that can save lives. His relentless innovation helped shape FIS safety standards and deliver life-saving protection now worn by top World Cup racers worldwide.

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Ted Ligety reflects on four Olympic Games that defined his legendary career. From a surprise gold in Torino to dominant victory in Sochi, he shares how mindset, risk, and focus shaped his path as the only U.S. man to win two Olympic golds in alpine skiing.

Ava Sunshine and Mikaela Shiffrin celebrate in Levi 2022: GEPA pictures Ava Sunshine was just

The 2026 NorAm Cup calendar is nearly finalized, featuring 25 races across North America on World Cup venues including Copper Mountain, Beaver Creek, and Tremblant, before wrapping up with Finals in Aspen and the U.S. Nationals in Vail.

Randy Pelkey has spent more than 40 years shaping U.S. speed skiing, guiding athletes and coaches from grassroots programs to the World Cup. His career spans club and academy work, four national divisions, and a pivotal role with the U.S. Ski Team, where he helped steer the program through challenges and onto the Olympic podium. From building La Parva, Chile, into a training hub to mentoring future leaders of the sport, Pelkey’s influence is unmatched. Tireless in belief and dedication, he remains the defining architect of America’s pursuit of downhill and super-G.