Race Coverage

Downhill skiing is the ultimate test of speed, power, and nerve, where athletes rocket down the mountain at 140 km/h, teetering on the edge of control. The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach will push them to their limits on the Schneekristall/Zwölfer course—a track designed to reward fearlessness and punish hesitation. With defending champion Marco Odermatt leading the charge and key contenders like Aleksander Aamodt Kilde and Cameron Alexander sidelined, the race for gold is wide open. Will Switzerland extend its downhill dominance, or will a new challenger rise to claim victory?

Breezy Johnson’s fearless run from bib 1 set the tone for a thrilling day at the Saalbach World Championships, where she secured a historic downhill gold for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. Austria’s Mirjam Puchner and the Czech Republic’s Ester Ledecká completed the podium, while Lauren Macuga’s impressive fifth-place finish further highlighted North America’s strong showing. With just 33 racers on the start list and 30 finishers, the race was a true test of skill, confidence, and courage—one that Johnson conquered with power and courage.

The 2025 World Championship downhill in Saalbach will be a high-stakes, one-run showdown, where aggression, precision, and fearlessness will decide the winner. With Italy’s Brignone and Goggia leading the season standings, Austria racing on home soil, and seven nations in the mix, the fight for gold is wide open. Rising star Lauren Macuga, past Saalbach winner Cornelia Huetter, and the legendary Lindsey Vonn’s return to World Championship downhill racing add even more intrigue. On Saturday, February 8, the world's best will push the limits on the Ulli Maier Downhill, where one perfect run is all that matters.

Canadian ski racer Cameron Alexander is out of the 2025 FIS World Ski Championships after injuring his knee in downhill training. The recent Kitzbühel podium finisher will return to Canada for further evaluation.

Marco Odermatt delivered a masterclass in Saalbach, dominating the Men's Super-G at the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. The Swiss star attacked the course with fearless speed, building an untouchable 1.15-second lead that secured his first Super-G World Championship title. Austria’s Raphael Haaser thrilled the home crowd with a silver-medal performance, while Norway’s Adrian Smiseth Sejersted claimed his first career World Championship podium with bronze. The world’s best tried to challenge Odermatt’s time, but by the end of the race, the podium remained unchanged—his run stood as the defining performance of the day.

Top speed racers are set to battle in the Super-G World Championship in Saalbach 2025. Defending champion James Crawford faces fierce competition from Marco Odermatt and a deep field of contenders on a perfectly prepared course.

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.

Jack Crawford and Cameron Alexander are heading into the 2025 FIS Alpine World Championships with confidence after sharing the podium in Kitzbühel. Their recent success has reignited Canadian ski racing’s legacy, drawing comparisons to past greats. As Crawford defends his super-G world title and Alexander eyes another downhill podium, both are focused on consistency and delivering on the sport’s biggest stage.

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.

Mikaela Shiffrin has opted out of the team combined event at the Alpine skiing world championships to focus on her preparation for the giant slalom and slalom. As she continues her comeback from injury, Shiffrin is prioritizing training to regain peak form. Her decision means she won’t team up with Lindsey Vonn, but she remains focused on competing at her highest level in her signature events.

The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach have officially begun, with the first medals awarded in the Team Parallel event—Italy taking gold, Switzerland securing silver, and Sweden earning bronze. With rosters finalized, the world’s best skiers are set to compete under updated qualification rules, ensuring a high level of competition. Athletes earned their spots through FIS points, while special qualifying races allowed racers from smaller nations a chance to compete. As the championships continue, fans can expect thrilling battles on the slopes and a showcase of elite ski racing talent.

Italy claimed gold in the Team Parallel event at the FIS World Ski Championships, edging Switzerland in a dramatic tiebreak finish. Sweden secured bronze after defeating the defending champion Stifel U.S. Ski Team 3-1. The high-intensity matchups featured clutch performances, razor-thin margins, and tiebreak drama, setting the stage for an electrifying start to Saalbach 2025.

The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships open in Saalbach, Austria, with the Team Parallel event. Defending champions Stifel U.S. Ski Team, featuring returning stars Nina O’Brien, River Radamus, and Paula Moltzan, will battle top contenders Norway and Austria. Canada, last year’s bronze medalists, will not compete.

Canada has named a 12-athlete roster for the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria, led by reigning world champions James Crawford and Laurence St-Germain. With strong World Cup results this season, including podiums in Kitzbühel, the team looks to build on its historic 2023 performance and compete for more medals from February 4-16.

Switzerland, Austria, and Norway have officially named their rosters for the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, setting the stage for an intense battle on Austrian snow. With Switzerland leading the Nations Cup standings, Austria aiming for home-soil dominance, and Norway bringing a strong men's squad, the competition promises world-class performances and thrilling races from February 4 to 16.

Despite having the strongest collegiate ski racing system in the world, the U.S. sent its smallest Alpine team in history to the 25th World University Games—while other nations, even those in crisis, secured full support. With student-athletes forced to cover their own costs, participation is dwindling, and without change, the U.S. may not have a team at the next Games. Do we walk away, or find a way to rebuild?

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has named 21 athletes to represent the Stifel U.S. Ski Team at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria, from Feb. 4-16.

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.”