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Switzerland's alpine ski team has been crushing the competition, claiming the title of the best team globally for two consecutive seasons. SwissSki and the dedicated efforts of their athletes and coaches are credited for this remarkable achievement.

In the world of alpine ski racing, safety is paramount. The thrill of speed on the slopes comes with inherent risks, and organizations like the International Ski Federation (FIS) FIS  are constantly evaluating ways to enhance athlete safety. One such initiative gaining traction is using cut-resistant clothing, a technology designed to mitigate the severity of laceration injuries, particularly in the lower limbs.

The 2023/24 World Cup slalom season showcased a diverse range of talent from across the globe. Among the top 30 skiers in both men's and women's categories, the average age stands at 27.6, reflecting a mix of experienced veterans and promising young athletes. Delve into the 2023/24 data

Mikaela Shiffrin: GEPA pictures In the pulse-pounding world of downhill racing, the 2023/24 World Cup

The decision by Zermatt Bergbahnen to exclude elite ski teams from gate training this summer has sent ripples of concern through the ski racing community. This decision most significantly impacts Swiss-Ski, Switzerland's national federation, which heavily relied on Zermatt as the world's premier glacier speed training destination. The root of this decision lies in a series of disappointments and challenges faced by the Zermatt/Cervinia World Cup Downhill, scheduled as the opening World Cup Downhill races over the past two seasons.

The 2024/25 FIS Alpine World Cup calendar draft is set to excite fans with thrilling races and intriguing changes, including new events in North America. The details of this proposed calendar promise a captivating blend of familiar venues and new challenges for the world's top alpine skiers.

The recent U16 Nationals event in Vail was a resounding success. Chip Knight, US Ski & Snowboard's Alpine Development Director, emphasized the value of U16 programs in nurturing young talent for future competitions.

Mark Mitter, the coach from Ramsau, Austria recently bid farewell to Team Shiffrin, leaving behind a legacy of success and gratitude. Despite his modesty, Mitter's impact as an assistant coach to some of skiing's brightest stars cannot be overlooked.

Following thorough consultations with athletes, teams, and stakeholders involved in the event, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), Swiss-Ski, and the Federazione Italiana Sport Invernali (FISI) have collectively decided not to include Zermatt/Cervinia in the Alpine draft calendar for the 2024/25 season.

Sunday, March 24th, the men's World Cup season began with a mid-race cancellation in Sölden, Austria, and ended with a cancellation of the Sunday, March 24th Saalbach, Austria, finals downhill. The Saalbach team was able to provide good racing for the seven prior races, but today, Mother Nature provided too big of a challenge.

GEPA pictures Who is racing in the Saalbach men’s downhill finals, when and how to

Saalbach Austria March 23, The women's downhill finals began with a delayed start due to wind. However, at the end of the race, Austrian Cornelia Huetter won and overtook Switzerland's Lara Gut-Behrami to earn Austria's second title of the season.

The list of racers competing, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup downhill finals on Saturday, March 23rd, in Saalbach, Austria.

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled World Cup finals women's downhill race on Saturday, March 23rd, in Saalbach, Austria. This highly anticipated event and final women's race of the season will showcase the skills of top racers and promise intense and thrilling competition for spectators and fans alike.

Friday, March 22nd Saalbach, Austria: Switzerland is celebrating their podium sweep at the Men's super-G World Cup finals. They earned four of the top five spots on the leaderboard.

Who is racing in the Saalbach Men's SG finals, when, and how to watch on Friday, March 22nd.

On Friday, March 22nd, all eyes will be on Saalbach, Austria, as the men's super-G event unfolds, marking a crucial moment in the World Cup finals. The culmination of a season filled with intense competition and standout performances sets the stage for an exhilarating showdown.

The list of racers competing, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup super-G finals on Friday, March 22nd, in Saalbach, Austria.

The women's super-G World Cup finals in Saalbach, Austria, are set to be an exhilarating showdown that will conclude a compelling SG season. Let's dive into how the season unfolded, who's leading the super-G title chase, the Nations Cup status, and the Stifel US Ski Team athlete in contention.

The Federation of European Ski & Snowboard Associations (FESA) Alpine Ski Cup recently took place in Soldeu, Andorra, drawing athletes born in 2008 and 2009 from nine Central European countries. Despite the United States being the only invited nation and not a member, its athletes showcased exceptional talent and spirit at this prestigious international U16 race.

the only way Italian Federica Brignone could overtake Lara Gut-Behrami and win the GS title was to win and have Gut-Behrami finish outside the top 15. Delivering fantastic skiing, Brignone attacked both runs at her limit and won the race by an amazing (+1.36). For the fourth time this season, she became the oldest woman to win. However, because Gut-Behrami finished tenth, Brignone fell 21 points short of earning her second World Cup GS title.