Marco Odermatt Questions His Peak as He Chases Sixth World Cup Title
Marco Odermatt believes he may have reached his peak. After Olympic disappointment and losing his giant slalom title, the Swiss champion is chasing a sixth overall World Cup crown.
Marcel Hirscher rules out Olympic return as Lindsey Vonn surges toward gold
Marcel Hirscher has officially ruled out a return this Olympic winter, ending months of speculation. His decision sharply contrasts with Lindsey Vonn’s successful comeback and gold-medal momentum.
Illness Delays Marcel Hirscher’s Comeback
Marcel Hirscher’s long-awaited comeback will have to wait. The eight-time overall World Cup champion, now racing for the Netherlands, has withdrawn from Sunday’s Sölden opener due to illness after a strong recovery from last season’s knee injury.
Marcel Hirscher’s Van Deer Reports $19 Million Loss Amid Expansion
Marcel Hirscher’s ski brand, Van Deer, has reported a $19 million loss, but the setback stems from major investments tied to expansion. The Austrian star remains focused on growth while preparing his return to racing.
Marcel Hirscher Returns to Snow in Zoetermeer Indoor Ski Hall
Marcel Hirscher is back on snow. The eight-time overall World Cup champion made his first turns in the Zoetermeer indoor ski hall, 277 days after tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee. The comeback marks the latest step for the 67-time World Cup winner, who returned to racing under the Dutch flag last season before injury cut his campaign short.
Marcel Hirscher Cleared to Return, Plots World Cup Comeback
Six months after a major knee injury, Marcel Hirscher has been medically cleared to return and plans to use his remaining 17 World Cup wild card starts to launch his comeback. With training ramping up, the eight-time overall champion is focused on racing again—sooner rather than later.
Beaver Creek World Cup GS 2024: Marco Odermatt, U.S. & Canadian Racers to Watch
Beaver Creek Men’s World Cup GS: Who’s Racing, When, and How to Watch. The Birds of Prey Giant Slalom (GS) returns to Beaver Creek for the first time since Dec. 8, 2019.
Marcel Hirscher Reflects on ACL Injury in Candid Hospital Interview
Marcel Hirscher reflects on his ACL injury in a candid hospital interview. Read what he had to say, his gratitude for his comeback and his focus on recovery.
Marcel Hirscher’s Comeback Cut Short by ACL Injury
Marcel Hirscher’s highly anticipated return to alpine ski racing has ended prematurely due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee. The eight-time overall World Cup champion sustained the injury during a training session on Monday at Reiteralm, Austria. The injury, described as a "harmless slip" caused by an inside ski error, also included minor damage to the outer capsule of his knee but did not involve a fall.
Marcel Hirscher Struggles in Levi Slalom Return, Looks Ahead to Gurgl
Marcel Hirscher, a skiing legend and eight-time World Cup overall champion, made a highly anticipated return to slalom racing in Levi, Finland, on Sunday. Now representing the Netherlands, his mother’s native country, Hirscher faced a tough challenge on the icy slalom course
Levi Men’s Slalom Opener 2024: Top Contenders, North Americans to Watch, and Viewing Guide
The Men's 2024-25 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season is kicking off with the highly anticipated men’s Giant Slalom in Sölden, Austria.
Sölden World Cup 2024: Marco Odermatt, U.S. & Canadian Racers to Watch
The Men's 2024-25 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season is set to kick off on October 27th with the highly anticipated men’s Giant Slalom in Sölden, Austria.
Marcel Hirscher’s Return to Sölden Marks New Chapter in Storied Career
Marcel Hirscher will return to the World Cup stage this Sunday in Sölden, ending a 2,051-day break from competitive racing. The eight-time World Cup champion approaches this race without the heavy burden of past expectations, ready to embrace the thrill of competition once again. "So much has been said, written, and calculated," Hirscher remarked. "I’ll just go down there now, and then we’ll all know more.”
2024-25 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Preview: Key Venues, Athletes to Watch, and Historic Milestones
With only days to go, the 2024-25 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup is shaping up to be one of the more thrilling ones in recent memory. The World Championships, new venues, and marquee athletes’ pursuit of glory make this season one to watch.
Hermann Maier Slams Hype Around Hirscher’s Comeback
Just two weeks before the new season, Marcel Hirscher’s return to competitive skiing is creating a media frenzy. While fans are excited, one Austrian ski legend isn't as impressed. Hermann Maier, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and one of Austria's most successful skiers, openly questions Hirscher’s comeback hype.
Marcel Hirscher Granted Sölden Wildcard but May Skip if Not Ready
Marcel Hirscher, the Austrian superstar coming out of retirement and now skiing for the Dutch team, officially secured a wildcard to compete in Sölden on October 27th. However, FIS did not grant Hirscher the wildcard as originally outlined for the 2024/25 season. For now, he holds permission only to start in Sölden, a decision made during the FIS autumn meeting in Zurich.
New (Zealand) Vibes: Marcel Hirscher Finds Happiness On The Other Side Of The World
Marcel Hirscher's life as an athlete in the isolation of New Zealand's South Island revolves around testing, training, eating, sleeping and not much else. The Fact Finding Mission may be focused on developing material, his setup and assessing his current level, but it is just as much about finding happiness for him on the other side of the world, as he faces the Herculean task of returning to ski racing. Here’s an update after his first ski sessions.
Marcel Hirscher’s World Cup Return: New FIS Wild Card Rule Secures Starting Positions for Ski Legend
A new rule allows Marchel Hirscher to open doors to the World Cup when returning to ski racing after five years of retirement. FIS added a Wild Card option in the July 2024 revision of the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup rules, which will ease the passage back to the World Cup for former world-class racers and guarantee a starting position right after the top 30.
Marcel Hirscher’s Heartfelt Return to Ski Racing: New Journey with the Dutch Team
Marcel Hirscher, the eight-time Overall World Cup globe winner for Austria, is surprisingly returning to ski racing, this time representing the Netherlands. During a July 24 press conference, Hirscher shared his thoughts and plans for this new chapter in his career. “For me, this is not a comeback, but a project close to my heart,” the ski legend stated Wednesday
Marcel Hirscher retired from skiing at the top. He’s back to race for a country with no mountains
Marcel Hirscher, one of the most successful ski racers of all time, plans to return next season after five years in retirement. And the record eight-time overall World Cup champion will compete for the Netherlands — his mother’s country — instead of his native Austria.
Mark Mitter’s Farewell: Cherishing Moments with Shiffrin and Hirscher
Mark Mitter, the coach from Ramsau, Austria recently bid farewell to Team Shiffrin, leaving behind a legacy of success and gratitude. Despite his modesty, Mitter's impact as an assistant coach to some of skiing's brightest stars cannot be overlooked.
Kristoffersen Continues Quest for World Cup Victory
Marcel Hirscher took his 51st win in a challenging GS at Adelboden.
Hirscher to race Levi
Austrian star to return from injury ahead of schedule.
Hirscher out for Soelden, eyes World Cup return in November
Austrian superstar hopes for a November comeback.
