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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.

Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt claimed his first Hahnenkamm victory in the super-G, with Austria’s Raphael Haaser thrilling the home crowd in second and Stefan Rogentin completing the podium. Alpine Canada Alpin shone with Cameron Alexander in 5th and all five Canadians scoring points. Crashes and delays, including helicopter evacuations for Alexis Pinturault and Florian Loriot, added to the drama as racers battled changing conditions. The excitement now shifts to tomorrow’s legendary Hahnenkamm downhill.

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.

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!

The United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) started off its 2025 alpine season with competitions in the Midwest, N. California, Northwest, Grand Teton, Atlantic Highlands, Allegheny, and Eastern conferences over the past two weekends.

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.

Mikaela Shiffrin is set to return to World Cup racing next week in Courchevel after a grueling recovery from a life-threatening injury sustained in Killington. A crash left her with severe oblique trauma and a puncture wound dangerously close to her colon, requiring weeks of intense physical therapy and mental resilience. Shiffrin, supported by her Stifel U.S. Ski Team staff, is focused on progression rather than chasing records, viewing this return as a vital step in her journey back to peak form.

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.

Tommy Ford, the last American male to win a World Cup giant slalom, has suffered a tibial head fracture in his right leg during training at Adelboden's Chuenisbärgli race venue. This injury, which required surgery in Vail, Colorado, has prematurely ended his 2024-25 World Cup season1. Ford, who has a complex history with Adelboden, including a severe crash in 2021, expressed disappointment but gratitude in an Instagram post1. This setback halts Ford's hopes of competing in his sixth World Championship and continues his challenging relationship with the Swiss venue.

At the FISU Winter World University Games the North Americans that entered into the tech races achieved top 30 results for Canada and the US. Loïc Chable, skiing for the University of Denver, shined once again on the podium, and University of Colorado athlete Louison Accambray earned a 4th-place result in the GS.

Switzerland has reasserted its dominance in alpine skiing, led by Marco Odermatt, who recently surpassed Pirmin Zurbriggen’s record with his 41st World Cup win. Odermatt leads the overall standings and all disciplines except slalom, while veterans like Justin Murisier and rising talents like Alexis Monney add depth. On the women’s side, Lara Gut-Behrami shines as a two-time Overall World Cup champion.

Two of the top three Super-G skiers, including a rising Norwegian star, will miss this weekend’s Hahnenkamm Super-G in Kitzbühel. Injuries from last week’s downhill in Wengen have shaken up the field, leaving a golden opportunity for others to climb the standings.

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.

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.

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.

The Kronplatz Women’s World Cup Giant Slalom on January 21, 2025, marks the final GS race before the World Championships in Saalbach. With Sara Hector of Sweden leading the standings and Italy’s Federica Brignone tied for second with New Zealand’s Alice Robinson, the race promises high-stakes competition on the demanding Erta slope. This pivotal event also offers skiers on the bubble a last chance to secure their spot for Saalbach, ensuring a thrilling showdown among the world’s best.

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.

Petra Vlhová, one of Alpine skiing’s brightest stars and Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiercest rival, will miss the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach as she continues her recovery from a serious knee injury sustained last season. Despite positive progress in her rehabilitation, Vlhová and her coach, Mauro Pini, confirmed she is not yet ready to compete for medals. The Slovakian champion is now setting her sights on the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina.

The EISA circuit continued this week with the Saint Lawrence Carnival. Bradshaw Underhill achieved two victories for Middlebury College. For the women, Hedda Martelleur won in the GS and Zoe Zimmerman won in the slalom. Find out more about the exciting carnival and where the team results currently stand.

Norway dominated the Wengen slalom with a stunning podium sweep, led by Atle Lie McGrath, who claimed his first victory of the season. Teammates Henrik Kristoffersen and Timon Haugen completed the historic achievement, showcasing Norway's strength in the discipline.

The Cortina super-G was an exciting day full of emotion. Italian, Federica Brignone achieves her first victory in Cortina. Lara Gut-Behrami earns 2nd and Corinne Suter 3rd. Lindsey Vonn goes out, but was in contention for a top result.

Ester Ledecka, the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic champion in both super-G skiing and snowboard parallel giant slalom, faces a tough decision for Milan-Cortina 2026. With conflicting schedules for the women’s downhill and her premier snowboard event, Ledecka is pushing for an Olympic schedule change to compete in both sports. Supported by the Czech Olympic Committee, she remains hopeful, saying, “I’m fighting for this and still believe it’s possible.”

Norway dominated the first run of the Wengen slalom as Atle Lie McGrath led the field with an impressive performance, followed by teammate and season leader Henrik Kristoffersen in second, 0.43 seconds behind. Swiss fans had plenty to cheer about on home soil, with Daniel Yule initially holding third before Tanguy Nef surged ahead, pushing Yule to fourth. Benjamin Ritchie of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team impressed as the only North American to qualify for the second run, finishing eighth. Meanwhile, late starters faced tough odds, with only three skiers outside the top 30 advancing, including Belgium’s Sam Maes and Germany’s Anton Tremmel.

Vincent Kriechmayr, Austria's top speed skier, strained his medial ligament in a high-speed crash at Wengen's Lauberhorn downhill. With Kitzbühel ruled out, his participation in the Saalbach World Championships hangs in the balance.

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.

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.

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.

Sofia Goggia wins for the 4th time in Cortina. Kajsa Vickhoff Lie finished in 2nd and Federica Brignone rounds out the podium. Vonn's comeback to Cortina concluded with a top-20 and Jacqueline Wiles was the top result for the North Americans.

The FISU Winter World University Games commenced with two athletes from USA universities achieving success. Louison Accambray from the University of Colorado and Loïc Chable from the University of Denver secured victories in the initial days of this prestigious competition.

The Lauberhorn Downhill in Wengen, Switzerland, is the longest and most grueling race on the World Cup circuit, testing racers’ endurance over its 4.5-kilometer course. Known for breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains, this iconic race features extreme challenges like the 87% incline “Hundschopf” jump and speeds exceeding 160 km/h on the “Haneggschuss” straight. With the first men’s downhill of 2025 set for January 18, fans can expect intense competition as Swiss racers aim to maintain their dominance while North American athletes, led by Cochran-Siegle and Alexander, look to make their mark.