USA’s Breezy Johnson Wins Olympic Downhill Gold in Cortina as Lindsey Vonn Crashes
USA's Breezy Johnson powered to Olympic downhill gold on the unforgiving Olimpia delle Tofane, while Lindsey Vonn’s crash stunned the crowd in Cortina.
USA's Breezy Johnson powered to Olympic downhill gold on the unforgiving Olimpia delle Tofane, while Lindsey Vonn’s crash stunned the crowd in Cortina.
Franzoni, von Allmen, Paris / GEPA pictures BORMIO, Italy — Saturday was not only a
Under clear skies on the Stelvio, the Olympic men’s downhill delivered speed, courage, and emotion from top to bottom. Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen captured gold in a career-defining run, while Italy rose on home snow and a new generation seized the Olympic moment in Bormio.
The complete men’s Olympic downhill start list from Bormio, Italy, plus the daily program and how and when to watch the race on the Stelvio.
On Sugarloaf’s Narrow Gauge trail, Carrabassett Valley Academy athletes learn lessons that last a lifetime. For Sam Morse ’13, those early mornings, high speeds, and hard-earned habits formed the foundation that carried a local Maine skier from CVA to the 2026 Olympic Games.
SYNC Performance has opened applications for its new Junior Scholarship, recognizing U14 and under ski racers across North America who bring passion, dedication, and positivity to the sport. The selected athlete will receive a full junior race kit, SYNC apparel, and a one-on-one virtual mentorship with an elite SYNC Athlete Ambassador.
Daniel Hemetsberger lost his helmet in a violent crash during Olympic downhill training in Bormio but is expected to race Saturday.
Mary Bocock, Sam Morse, Kyle Negomir, and Ryder Sarchett arrive at the Milan/Cortina Olympics for the first time after years of setbacks, belief, and the support systems that carried them there.
Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg kick off daily Olympic coverage from the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games with a deep dive into alpine ski racing’s biggest stories. Joined by TNT Sports and FIS TV commentator Ian Findlay, they preview the Men’s Downhill in Bormio, assess medal chances across all ten alpine events, and unpack the major talking points including Lindsey Vonn’s injury and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde’s absence. With insight on Team USA’s powerful women’s squad and Britain’s slalom hopes, this opening episode sets the tone for two weeks of expert Olympic analysis from Cortina and Bormio.
Fredrik Møller was airlifted from the Stelvio course after crashing in the first Olympic downhill training in Bormio and will miss Saturday’s race due to injury.
Collegiate ski teams across the country delivered standout performances this weekend, as conferences from the Midwest to the Rocky Mountains saw dominant wins, tight podium battles, and individual breakthroughs. From sweeping finishes to season-opening statements, racers and teams set an exciting tone for the weeks ahead.
Lindsey Vonn confirmed she ruptured her ACL in a recent World Cup crash but still plans to race the Olympic downhill at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, refusing to walk away from what could be her final Olympic start.
Franjo von Allmen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant downhill victory on the legendary Nationale piste in Crans-Montana, edging Dominik Paris and Ryan Cochran-Siegle in a full-throttle final race before the Olympic Games. With momentum building across the Swiss, Italian, and North American teams, the men now turn their focus to Bormio as Olympic downhill training begins.
Malorie Blanc thrilled the Swiss crowd with a breakthrough Super-G victory in Crans-Montana, while Breezy Johnson delivered a massive first career Super-G podium for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team.
Lindsey Vonn was injured in a violent crash as the women’s World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana was canceled after multiple early accidents and worsening visibility.
Lindsey Vonn was taken for medical evaluation after crashing during the women’s World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, a race later cancelled due to unsafe conditions. The incident comes less than two weeks before the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Oakley’s AURA Collection debuts at the height of winter sports season, delivering a bold color-shift design across eyewear, helmets and apparel inspired by the raw intensity and unseen grind of elite athletes.
Atle Lie McGrath leads the Schladming Night Slalom after a brilliant first run on the Planai, as polished, warming ice reshapes the race. With the podium fight wide open, a USA breakthrough and high-bib surprises headline a dramatic night under the lights.
Collegiate alpine ski teams across the country delivered standout performances in slalom and giant slalom races this weekend, with dominant showings from programs in every conference.
The World Cup’s tightest title race returns under the lights as men’s slalom heads to Schladming’s iconic Planai Stadium.
Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the women’s slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, winning both runs to secure her ninth career slalom Crystal Globe. A demanding course, electric crowd, and breakthrough performances from North American athletes defined a memorable World Cup race day.
Loïc Meillard set the pace in the Kitzbühel men’s slalom first run, with six skiers packed inside half a second on the Ganslern and a wide-open podium fight heading into the second run.
Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the first run of the women’s slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, opening a commanding lead as the fight tightened behind her. With strong performances from Wendy Holdener, Emma Aicher, and a deep American contingent, plus a breakthrough home run from Martina Bubovská, the stage is set for an intense second run.
GB Snowsport has selected Dave Ryding, Laurie Taylor, and Billy Major to represent Great Britain in men’s slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Bormio.