Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Tears Achilles Tendon in Chile
leksander Aamodt Kilde tore his Achilles tendon in a downhill training fall in Chile. The Norwegian Ski Federation says he will return to Innsbruck for further examinations.
Breezy Johnson Questions Fairness of FIS Ski Weight Rule
Olympic and World Downhill champion Breezy Johnson says summer testing hasn't shown any difference with the new lighter ski setups. She says racers will need to reach World Cup courses and surfaces to understand how they perform.
Airbags Required for Nor-Am Speed Races: What Athletes Need to Know
Nor-Am downhill and super-G racers must prepare for the 2026-27 airbag requirement. Find Dainese and In&motion ordering contacts, maintenance guidance, speed race dates and the separate cut-resistant pants rule.
Stifel Sun Valley Finals 2027: World Cup Racing Returns to Idaho
World Cup Finals return to Sun Valley March 18–25, 2027. With tickets now on sale, the Stifel Sun Valley Finals promise eight races, crystal globe celebrations and another chance for the Challenger downhill course’s racing debut.
“It Was Never Over”: Stef Fleckenstein’s Road Back to the World Cup
After a crash in Val d’Isère left her fighting to save her leg, Stef Fleckenstein spent two years rebuilding from the ground up. Now, the Canadian speed skier is a NorAm downhill champion and heading back to the World Cup with a guaranteed start in every downhill next season.
A Golden Olympic Debut: Von Allmen Masters Bormio
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 Path to the Olympics Runs Through Narrow Gauge
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.
Franjo von Allmen Delivers Home Downhill Victory in Crans Montana, Switzerland
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.
Franzoni Wins Hahnenkamm Downhill as Odermatt Reaches 100th World Cup Podium
Giovanni Franzoni claims his first World Cup downhill victory on the Streif in Kitzbühel as Marco Odermatt reaches a historic 100th career podium.
Odermatt dominates shortened Lauberhorn downhill for fourth straight Wengen DH victory
Marco Odermatt dominated a shortened Lauberhorn downhill to earn his fourth straight Wengen DH victory as Swiss power ruled again.
Von Allmen wins Saslong downhill as Swiss go 1–2, Italy on podium
Franjo von Allmen edged Marco Odermatt to win the Saslong Classic downhill as Switzerland swept the top two spots again and Italy earned its third podium in three days on home snow.
Odermatt Takes 50th World Cup Win in Val Gardena Sprint Downhill / Italians Shine at Home
Marco Odermatt claimed his 50th career World Cup victory and fifth win of the season in Thursday’s Val Gardena sprint downhill. Switzerland went 1–2, while Italy thrilled the home crowd by placing four skiers inside the top 10 amid fog delays, dramatic crashes, and standout high-bib performances.
Rising Star Emma Aicher Steals the Spotlight in St. Moritz Downhill
Lindsey Vonn returned to the podium in St. Moritz, finishing second in the women’s World Cup downhill, while Germany’s Emma Aicher stole the spotlight with a breakout performance. The U.S. team showed depth and momentum, and with key names absent, tomorrow’s Super-G promises more high-speed excitement.
Lindsey Vonn Makes History, Wins World Cup Downhill at 41
Lindsey Vonn opened the 2026 Olympic World Cup season with a historic downhill victory in St. Moritz, delivering a dominant performance that rewrote the record books and showcased the depth of the U.S. women’s speed team.
Breaking News: Michelle Gisin Suffers Injuries in Final Downhill Training Run
Swiss skier Michelle Gisin suffered injuries to her right wrist, left knee, and cervical spine after a crash during the second downhill training in St. Moritz. She has been transferred to Zurich for cervical spine surgery and is able to move her arms and legs normally.
Lindsey Vonn Ready for the First Speed Races of the 2025–26 Season
Lindsey Vonn enters the 2025–26 speed season in St. Moritz stronger and more prepared than ever. After a summer focused on strength, stability, and dialing in her equipment, Vonn arrives with confidence, experience, and a world-class support team. With the Olympics in Cortina on the horizon, she’s ready to race—not just to participate, but to compete.
Beaver Creek Downhill: Odermatt Dominates, Cochran-Siegle Shines at Home
Marco Odermatt dominated the opening downhill at Beaver Creek, while Ryan Cochran-Siegle thrilled the home crowd with a second-place finish. Norway’s Adrian Smiseth Sejersted rounded out the podium, and North American athletes showed strong performances as the stage is set for an exciting Super-G tomorrow.
Daron Rahlves Kicks Off the Top Ten Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast
In the first episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka welcomed nine-time World Cup Downhill winner Daron Rahlves back to the show. Together, they discussed their top ten male downhill racers of all time. Tune in!
Sun Valley World Cup Downhill Canceled by Weather; Odermatt and Brignone Clinch Titles
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.
Highlights of the Leading Racers from the Speed Events at the Stifel Success NorAm Finals
The Stifel Success North American Cup Finals have had several days of thrilling races and excitement. The speed races concluded in Sugarloaf after two downhill races and two super-Gs. Read the recap of the top finishers.
Switzerland Sweeps in Kvitfjell’s Last Downhill, Von Allmen’s Win Intensifies the Race for the Discipline Globe
The men kicked off the last World Cup downhill race of the regular season in Kvitfjell, Norway. The Swiss sweep the podium with Franjo Von Allmen winning, Odermatt in 2nd and Rogentin in 3rd.
Men’s Team Combined Debuts at Saalbach 2025
The Men’s Team Combined debuts at Saalbach 2025, introducing a fresh test of speed and technical skill in Alpine skiing. This new event pairs downhill and slalom specialists, with their combined times determining the winner. As athletes and fans experience the format for the first time, its success could shape the future of multi-discipline competition at the sport’s highest level.
Women’s Team Combined Debuts at 2025 World Championships
The Women's Team Combined makes its World Championships debut on Feb. 9 in Saalbach, introducing a format that pairs a downhill skier and a slalom skier from each nation, with their combined time determining the winner. This event, set to feature at the 2026 Olympics, replaces the Mixed Team Parallel and aims to boost TV viewership. While its World Cup future remains uncertain, this week’s competition will test its appeal and competitiveness. The downhill starts at 4:00 a.m. Eastern, followed by slalom at 7:15 a.m. Eastern, with live coverage on Ski and Snowboard Live in the U.S. and CBC Sports in Canada.
A Tight Race in Garmisch-Partenkirchen Downhill: Brignone and Goggia Take Charge, Vonn DNF, Johnson Shines
The Italians took charge with a very tight first and second place. Federica Brignone earned her second World Cup downhill victory. Goggia 2nd and Suter 3rd. Breezy Johnson throws down for the North Americans with a 4th-place result.
