Saalbach 2025 Men’s Super-G: Preview, Top Contenders, and How to Watch

The Saalbach 2025 Men’s Super-G promises high-speed action as the world’s best skiers battle for gold on the demanding Zwölferkogel course. Marco Odermatt, the season’s top-ranked racer, leads a deep field, while defending world champion James Crawford looks to defend his title after a strong Kitzbühel downhill win. Vincent Kriechmayr, a two-time world champion, returns from injury, and Mattia Casse, Fredrik Møller, and Stefan Rogentin have all proven they can contend. With only one run to decide the champion, the race will come down to who takes the most risk and executes under pressure.

By | 2025-02-06T16:10:22-07:00 February 6th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Saalbach 2025 Men’s Super-G: Preview, Top Contenders, and How to Watch

Venier Takes Gold; Macuga Earns Bronze in Women’s Super-G

In a thrilling Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, Stephanie Venier clinched gold for the host nation, while Federica Brignone secured silver. The bronze medal was shared by Norway's Kajsa Vickhoff Lie and American Lauren Macuga, both finishing with identical times.

By | 2025-03-15T10:20:16-06:00 February 6th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Venier Takes Gold; Macuga Earns Bronze in Women’s Super-G

Saalbach Women’s Super-G: Top Athletes, Course Challenges & How to Watch

Saalbach 2025 Women's Super-G Preview The highly anticipated Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships takes place on February 6 in Saalbach, Austria. Athletes will face the challenging Zwölferkogel course, known for its steep terrain, high-speed sections, and demanding jumps. With defending world champion Marta Bassino, recent winners Lara Gut-Behrami, Federica Brignone, and Kajsa Vickhoff Lie, along with Lauren Macuga, who claimed her first World Cup victory this season, the race promises fierce competition. The U.S. and Canada bring a mix of experience and emerging stars, while six nations have multiple contenders ranked in the World Cup’s top 15.

By | 2025-02-05T16:37:52-07:00 February 5th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Saalbach Women’s Super-G: Top Athletes, Course Challenges & How to Watch

SYNC Independent Athlete Stef Fleckenstein Gives Insight on the Mental Game of Ski Racing

Stef Fleckenstein, a SYNC Independent Athlete, has faced the toughest challenges in alpine ski racing. She remains determined to return to the World Cup circuit, and her approach to mental resilience offers valuable lessons for any athlete.

By | 2025-01-31T05:15:17-07:00 January 31st, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on SYNC Independent Athlete Stef Fleckenstein Gives Insight on the Mental Game of Ski Racing

“I am living the dream” Ljutíc Victorious in Courchevel, Shiffrin’s Remarkable Return to Top 10

Zrinka Ljutíc dominates the Courchevel night slalom. Sara Hector achieves 2nd, Lena Dürr in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns with a top 10!

By | 2025-01-31T07:34:52-07:00 January 30th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on “I am living the dream” Ljutíc Victorious in Courchevel, Shiffrin’s Remarkable Return to Top 10

Zrinka Ljutić Wins the First Run at Courchevel Night Slalom, Shiffrin Returns Strong

Zrinka Ljutić leads after the first run in the Courchevel night slalom. Wendy Holdener in 2nd, Katharina Liensberger in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns and achieves a strong, aggressive run. Shiffrin heads into the second run in 5th.

By | 2025-02-03T09:07:06-07:00 January 30th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Zrinka Ljutić Wins the First Run at Courchevel Night Slalom, Shiffrin Returns Strong

Schladming Night Slalom 2025: Schedule, Top Contenders, and How to Watch

The Schladming Night Slalom, famously known as "The Nightrace," returns on January 29, 2024, bringing electrifying ski racing to the iconic Planai slope. With over 50,000 fans expected, the event features the world’s top slalom racers, including standings leader Clément Noël and strong contenders like Henrik Kristoffersen and Timon Haugan. As the final slalom before the Saalbach World Championships, this pivotal race will shape the season’s narrative and national team selections. Don’t miss the drama as history unfolds under the floodlights—find out who will be crowned "King of the Night."

By | 2025-01-29T02:11:17-07:00 January 29th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Schladming Night Slalom 2025: Schedule, Top Contenders, and How to Watch

Schladming Night GS 2025: Odermatt Leads the Pack Under the Lights

The Schladming Night Giant Slalom returns on January 28, 2025, bringing the world’s best skiers to the iconic Planai slope for the only GS race under the lights. Swiss superstar Marco Odermatt, fresh off three consecutive GS wins, leads the charge as the favorite. With tens of thousands of fans expected to pack the world-class finish stadium, this electrifying event will be pivotal for athletes chasing valuable points and spots at the Saalbach World Championships. Don’t miss the action as night turns to day on one of the Alpine circuit’s most thrilling stages.

By | 2025-01-27T12:15:29-07:00 January 27th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Schladming Night GS 2025: Odermatt Leads the Pack Under the Lights

Garmisch-Partenkirchen Super-G Preview: Key Contenders, Schedule, and How to Watch

Get ready for the Garmisch-Partenkirchen Women’s Super-G, a thrilling stop on the Alpine Ski World Cup circuit. With key contenders like Federica Brignone, Lara Gut-Behrami, and rising U.S. star Lauren Macuga, this race promises excitement on the legendary Kandahar course. Lindsey Vonn, returning after retirement, adds to the drama as she takes on one of her favorite venues. Find out who to watch, when it starts, and how to tune in!

By | 2025-01-25T11:03:27-07:00 January 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Garmisch-Partenkirchen Super-G Preview: Key Contenders, Schedule, and How to Watch

Kitzbühel Slalom 2025: Standings, Athletes, and Viewing Guide

The Kitzbühel Slalom Preview highlights everything you need to know about this legendary World Cup event on the challenging Ganslernhang slope. Discover the current standings, top athletes to watch, and how to tune in as the world’s best skiers battle for glory in one of the most iconic races of the season.

By | 2025-01-25T12:09:17-07:00 January 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Kitzbühel Slalom 2025: Standings, Athletes, and Viewing Guide

The Legendary Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Downhill: What to Know and Who to Watch

The legendary Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Downhill is more than just a race—it's the ultimate test of courage, skill, and resilience in alpine skiing. From the adrenaline-fueled Mausefalle jump to the treacherous Hausberg Traverse and the lightning-fast Zielsprung finish, every section of the Streif demands perfection. While Swiss racers have dominated this season, North American stars like Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Cameron Alexander, Bryce Bennett, and James Crawford are ready to battle for glory. Dive into the full article to discover the stories, contenders, and drama surrounding the most iconic race in ski racing history.

By | 2025-01-24T10:37:44-07:00 January 24th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on The Legendary Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Downhill: What to Know and Who to Watch

Garmisch-Partenkirchen Women’s Downhill: Vonn Returns to Iconic Kandahar Course

The Women’s World Cup downhill returns to Garmisch-Partenkirchen on January 25, 2025, reviving the iconic Kandahar course after last year’s cancellation. With its steep drops and icy turns, the track promises drama as top contenders, including Italy’s Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia, vie for critical points in the downhill standings. Adding to the excitement, five-time Garmisch winner Lindsey Vonn is back, aiming to recapture her dominance on one of the sport’s most challenging venues. Don’t miss the action as the world’s best skiers battle for glory in this pivotal race.

By | 2025-01-24T10:02:41-07:00 January 24th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Garmisch-Partenkirchen Women’s Downhill: Vonn Returns to Iconic Kandahar Course

Ski Austria, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Announce Strategic Partnership

U.S. Ski & Snowboard and Ski Austria, two of the world’s most renowned and successful national ski and snowboard associations, announced a partnership around sports, marketing, and commercial opportunities designed to leverage the unique expertise and resources of both organizations to achieve shared goals.

By | 2025-01-24T08:06:53-07:00 January 24th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Ski Austria, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Announce Strategic Partnership

Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Super-G: World Championship Spots and Season Title at Stake

Dive into the Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Super-G, packed with exciting details about the legendary course, key racers, and the intense fight for World Championship spots and season points!

By | 2025-01-23T18:18:34-07:00 January 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Super-G: World Championship Spots and Season Title at Stake

Lindsey Vonn and American Downhillers Reflect on Cortina Olympic Course

Lindsey Vonn and her fellow American downhillers found plenty to appreciate about Cortina d’Ampezzo’s iconic Olympia delle Tofane course, which will host the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. While Jackie Wiles led the U.S. team with a strong seventh-place finish in the downhill, Vonn continued her remarkable comeback, finding positives despite two crashes. The athletes praised the course’s flow and challenge, describing it as a perfect stage for Olympic glory, with Bella Wright calling it 'our Kitzbühel' for the excitement it promises in February.

By | 2025-01-24T08:25:18-07:00 January 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Lindsey Vonn and American Downhillers Reflect on Cortina Olympic Course

Mikaela Shiffrin Announces Her Comeback in Courchevel on the 30th

This morning, Shiffrin announced her return to the World Cup stage on Instagram, with her participation in the slalom race in Courchevel on January 30th.

By | 2025-01-24T08:25:32-07:00 January 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Mikaela Shiffrin Announces Her Comeback in Courchevel on the 30th

Robinson Wins as Moltzan Claims First GS Podium in Kronplatz

Alice Robinson claimed her first World Cup win since 2021 in a dramatic Kronplatz giant slalom, while Paula Moltzan made history with her first-ever GS podium. Robinson’s aggressive second run secured victory, with Lara Gut-Behrami finishing second. Moltzan’s stellar performance electrified the crowd and earned her a career-defining third place.

By | 2025-01-21T08:13:21-07:00 January 21st, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Robinson Wins as Moltzan Claims First GS Podium in Kronplatz

Brignone Leads Tight Kronplatz GS First Run

Italy’s Federica Brignone leads after the first run of the Kronplatz GS, holding a narrow 0.19-second advantage over Switzerland’s Lara Gut-Behrami. With seven skiers within a second of her time and standout performances from North Americans Valérie Grenier and Britt Richardson, the stage is set for an exciting second run.

By | 2025-01-21T05:12:10-07:00 January 21st, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Brignone Leads Tight Kronplatz GS First Run

How to Use Toko XCold Powder to Protect Your Skis from Base Burn in Frigid Conditions

Cold, dry snow can wreak havoc on your skis, causing dreaded base burn that slows you down. In this guide, Toko athlete Mia Hunt shares her step-by-step process for using XCold Powder to protect your skis in frigid conditions. Learn how to prevent base burn, extend the life of your skis, and stay race-ready, even on the coldest days.

By | 2025-01-24T08:26:16-07:00 January 20th, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on How to Use Toko XCold Powder to Protect Your Skis from Base Burn in Frigid Conditions

Liv Moritz Debuts on World Cup Stage in Kronplatz

Liv Moritz, a standout on the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and University of Denver athlete, is making her World Cup debut in Kronplatz after impressing coaches with a strong Europa Cup performance in Puy St. Vincent. Balancing a 4.0 GPA, NCAA skiing and soccer, and Europa Cup races, Moritz credits her success to a supportive network of family, teammates, and coaches. The 20-year-old environmental studies major is embracing the challenge with a goal to push out of her comfort zone and soak in the moment alongside her twin sister and teammates.

By | 2025-01-24T08:26:24-07:00 January 20th, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on Liv Moritz Debuts on World Cup Stage in Kronplatz

Wengen Men’s Slalom: Contenders, North Americans, and How to Watch

The Wengen Men’s Slalom on the historic Männlichen slope is the seventh race of the season and a key stop before the World Championships. Top contenders like Henrik Kristoffersen, Clément Noël, and Loïc Meillard lead the charge, while North Americans Benjamin Ritchie and Jett Seymour aim to build on strong performances. Don’t miss the action on this iconic natural terrain course in the Bernese Alps.

By | 2025-01-18T12:10:21-07:00 January 18th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Wengen Men’s Slalom: Contenders, North Americans, and How to Watch

Cortina d’Ampezzo Super-G Preview: Vonn’s Return, Key Contenders, and Race Insights

The Cortina d’Ampezzo Super-G, set for Sunday, Jan. 19, promises a thrilling showdown on the iconic Olimpia delle Tofane course. With only two Super-G races left before World Championships team selections, the stakes are high. Lindsey Vonn continues her incredible comeback, returning to a venue where she’s won six Super-G titles. Key contenders include Lara Gut-Behrami, Sofia Goggia, and rising U.S. star Lauren Macuga, all battling for valuable points in the tight race for the discipline globe. Don’t miss the action as North American athletes aim to leave their mark on one of the season’s most important stops.

By | 2025-01-18T12:02:10-07:00 January 18th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Cortina d’Ampezzo Super-G Preview: Vonn’s Return, Key Contenders, and Race Insights

Marco Odermatt Wins 2025 Lauberhorn Downhill in Swiss One-Two Finish

The 2025 Lauberhorn downhill delivered unforgettable drama under perfect conditions on one of Alpine skiing’s most iconic tracks. Marco Odermatt led a Swiss one-two finish, setting a new course record and securing his second Wengen downhill victory, with teammate Franjo Von Allmen taking second and Slovenia’s Miha Hrobat rounding out the podium. North Americans also impressed, with four racers finishing in the top 10, led by Canada’s Cameron Alexander in fifth and Bryce Bennett in sixth. The day’s action included spectacular performances, a mid-race delay due to a crash, and the electrifying roar of the Wengen crowd celebrating the sport’s best on this legendary stage.

By | 2025-01-28T17:55:20-07:00 January 18th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Marco Odermatt Wins 2025 Lauberhorn Downhill in Swiss One-Two Finish
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