The women’s World Cup slalom season begins in Levi, Finland — the only stop above the Arctic Circle. Mikaela Shiffrin, the all-time slalom leader, headlines a strong North American field as the Olympic season begins.
The men’s World Cup slalom season kicks off in Levi, where Clément Noël returns, the U.S. team brings depth, and the field is ready to attack. Full details on how and when to watch are included.
Julia Scheib ended Austria’s nine-year women’s GS drought with a home victory in Sölden. Paula Moltzan finished second, Mikaela Shiffrin fourth, and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team dominated — three in the top six and all North Americans in the top 20.
Austria’s Julia Scheib stormed into the lead after the first run in Sölden’s season-opening giant slalom. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team surged into contention with Paula Moltzan second, Mikaela Shiffrin sixth, and Katie Hensien ninth as three Americans landed inside the top 10.
The men’s World Cup season launches Sunday in Sölden, Austria, marking the start of the Olympic year. Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard lead the field, with Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen and Atle Lie McGrath in pursuit. River Radamus headlines the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, joined by teammates Bridger Gile, Patrick Kenney, Cooper Puckett, Isaiah Nelson, and Ryder Sarchett as they target early-season breakthroughs.
The 2025–26 women’s World Cup season begins Saturday in Sölden. Download the official Daily Program and first-run start list, featuring Thea Louise Stjernesund leading the field and four North American women in the top 15. Learn how to watch live across Peacock, CBC Sports, and Discovery+.
The Canadian women’s alpine development team enters a new era with head coach Marie-Ève Boulianne and assistant coach Leslie Firstbrook at the helm. Together, this dynamic duo is reshaping what leadership looks like in ski racing—building not just fast skiers, but confident, resilient young women.
Canadian downhill skier Brodie Seger heads into the Olympic season guided by family, resilience, and the family motto Power of Positive Thinking, while raising ALS awareness through his #Helmet4Hope initiative.
On July 29th at the Hahnenkamm, James (Jack) Crawford’s was honored with the naming of a gondola for his legendary win last season on the Kitzbühel Streif. Another Canadian legend had an honorary recognition as well! Read more.
Alpine Canada Alpin athlete Liam Wallace made a truly remarkable comeback last season. After a life-threatening crash in February 2024, the young athlete persevered and returned to the slopes stronger than ever. Read his inspiring story.
FIS approved a prize money increase of up to 20% for all World Cup disciplines starting next season, as top earners from 2024–25 included Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Italy’s Federica Brignone. All top three men were Swiss, two of the top three women were Italian, and no Austrians cracked either podium
Canadian-German skier Roni Remme has announced her retirement from World Cup skiing ahead of the 2026 Olympic season. After switching from Canada to Germany in 2022 and battling multiple injuries, the former Crans Montana podium finisher ends her career with gratitude and resolve.
North American women made major gains in World Cup giant slalom this season, with the Stifel U.S. Ski Team finishing second in the Nations Cup GS standings and Alpine Canada Alpin’s Valérie Grenier returning strong. With podiums from Paula Moltzan, breakout performances from Katie Hensien and Britt Richardson, and a growing list of point scorers, both teams look primed for Olympic success in 2026.
For the 15th straight season, no North American man reached a World Cup slalom podium—but the signs of change are real. Benjamin Ritchie surged into the top 20, Jett Seymour found consistency, and veterans like Luke Winters and Erik Read remain in the mix. With a deeper core, renewed confidence, and Olympic momentum building, North American men may close in on the breakthrough they’ve chased for over a decade.
North American slalom women built momentum this season with standout performances, key comebacks, and growing depth on both the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and Alpine Canada Alpin. With Olympic hopes in sight, staying healthy will be the key to converting potential into podiums in 2026.
North America’s top men wrapped a turbulent World Cup downhill season with moments of brilliance and signs of strain. Canada celebrated a Kitzbühel win from James Crawford and a pair of podiums from Cameron Alexander, while the Stifel U.S. Ski Team managed just one podium amid injuries and ranking drops. As the 2026 Olympic season approaches, both teams show potential—but podium consistency and athlete health will be key.
The U.S. women’s downhill team delivered a stronger season in 2025, with Lauren Macuga and Breezy Johnson earning back-to-back World Cup podiums in Kvitfjell and Johnson also claiming World Championship gold. With Jacqueline Wiles adding key points and Lindsey Vonn returning to form, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team enters the Olympic year with momentum and depth.
Henrik Kristoffersen sealed the slalom globe, but another Norwegian stole the win—and Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Ben Ritchie delivered a breakout performance to close his season in style. The final run of the 2025 World Cup had it all, right down to the last racer.
Two slalom globes, decades of history, and one final day to decide it all—Thursday’s Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals promise thrilling, all-out battles on Greyhawk. With slalom legends of the past echoing through the venue and both men’s and women’s titles still up for grabs, the drama will go gate by gate to the finish. Get the full preview: start times, title contenders, course setters, and North Americans chasing glory.
Lara Gut-Behrami made history with a powerful win at the Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals, while Italy’s Federica Brignone clinched the women’s giant slalom globe with a fearless second run. All three Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes finished inside the top 15 and scored World Cup points on home snow.
A fierce course, major crashes, and a globe still hanging in the balance. The first run of the women’s giant slalom at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals delivered drama from the start — and the title fight is far from over.
Austria went 1-2 in Sun Valley’s debut World Cup super-G, while Marco Odermatt clinched another crystal globe and North Americans battled a brutal new course. Feurstein, Haaser, and von Allmen made the podium—but that’s only part of the story.
The 2025 Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals Super-G hits the slopes on March 23 as the world’s best skiers take on Idaho’s all-new Challenger course. Marco Odermatt has already secured the men’s super-G title, but the women’s crown will be decided in a thrilling showdown between Federica Brignone and Lara Gut-Behrami, who are separated by just five points. With only the top 25 racing, expect speed, power, and high-stakes action in Sun Valley’s first World Cup speed event in nearly 50 years.
Both the men’s and women’s downhill races at the Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals were canceled Saturday due to heavy snow and strong winds. As a result, Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt secured the men’s downhill title and completed a sweep of all four discipline globes, while Italy’s Federica Brignone claimed her first career downhill title and added a second globe to her season after already clinching the overall.
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