Mikaela Shiffrin delivered a dominant performance in the first run of the World Cup slalom in Åre, Sweden, posting a leading time of 51.27 seconds. Germany's Lena Dürr followed closely, trailing by 0.43 seconds, while Sweden's Sara Hector delighted the home crowd by securing third place, just 0.48 seconds behind Shiffrin. This strong showing positions Shiffrin favorably as she aims for her seventh slalom victory at this Swedish resort.
Mikaela Shiffrin returns to one of her strongest venues as the World Cup slalom season nears its climax in Åre, Sweden. With just two races left, the battle for the crystal globe is heating up, while skiers on the bubble face their last chance to qualify for the World Cup Finals in Sun Valley. Åre’s legendary slalom hill has tested the best for decades, and with podium contenders from multiple nations in the mix, high-stakes drama is guaranteed on March 9.
The Women’s World Cup giant slalom season reaches a crucial moment in Åre, Sweden, on March 8, as the final regular-season race sets the stage for the World Cup Finals. With Alice Robinson leading the GS standings, Federica Brignone surging with back-to-back wins, and Sara Hector looking to shine on home snow, the battle for the Crystal Globe is wide open. Every point counts as top contenders fight for victory and skiers on the bubble push to qualify for the Finals in Sun Valley.
In honor of Shiffrin's 100th victory, Stifel will contribute a $10,000 donation to Shiffrin’s “MIK100: Reset the Sport” initiative to support learn-to-ski programs for youths in partnership with the Share Winter Foundation.
In celebration of her milestone 100th World Cup victory, Ikon Pass will match donations up to $50,000 to help Mikaela Shiffrin, the greatest skier of all time and Ikon Pass ambassador, raise $100,000 for Share Winter Foundation, to support youth learn to ski and snowboard initiatives.
Mikaela Shiffrin leads after the first slalom run in the Sestriere World Cup. She eyes her 100th victory. Zrinka Ljutić trails closely, +0.09 and Katharina Liensberger in 3rd.
Alice Robinson leads a competitive first run at the Sestriere World Cup giant slalom. Lara Gut-Behrami in 2nd and Britt Richardson in 3rd.
The FIS Alpine Ski World Cup returns to Sestriere for the second of back-to-back giant slalom races, with Alice Robinson, Sara Hector, and Federica Brignone locked in a tight battle for the Crystal Globe. With only three GS races remaining after this event, every point is crucial. Thea Louise Stjernesund surged into the top four after her third-place finish in Sestriere Race 1, while North American contenders like Paula Moltzan and Valérie Grenier look to climb the standings. Expect another high-intensity showdown on one of Italy’s most historic courses.
With just 0.19 seconds separating Alice Robinson and Federica Brignone, the second run promises a fierce battle for victory. Paula Moltzan is in podium contention, while Sara Hector and a deep field of challengers look to make a push. Mikaela Shiffrin, starting early, has a chance to set the pace, and North Americans Britt Richardson, Nina O’Brien, and AJ Hurt aim to climb the standings. With fast conditions and a tight leaderboard, the afternoon finale is set for an exciting showdown in Sestriere.
Mikaela Shiffrin returns to World Cup giant slalom competition in Sestriere, Italy, joining newly crowned World Champion Federica Brignone, silver medalist Alice Robinson, and bronze medalist Paula Moltzan in a highly anticipated showdown. With four GS races left, the battle for the Crystal Globe remains intense, as Robinson and Sara Hector lead the standings. The United States, Switzerland, and Italy continue to dominate the Nations Cup, while rising stars Lara Colturi, Zrinka Ljutić, and Robinson push the sport’s next generation forward.
Camille Rast led a Swiss 1-2 finish in Saalbach, claiming gold ahead of Wendy Holdener, while Austria’s Katharina Liensberger secured bronze to the delight of the home crowd. Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Paula Moltzan delivered a strong performance to finish fourth, with Mikaela Shiffrin rounding out the top five in a race packed with dramatic lead changes and high-intensity action.
The Saalbach 2025 Women’s Slalom promises a thrilling battle on the Ulli Maier course. Mikaela Shiffrin returns to individual World Championship racing, while Zrinka Ljutić leads the season’s top contenders. With a deep field and gold on the line, this race will be one to watch.
Mikaela Shiffrin and Breezy Johnson of the Stifel US Ski Team win in the debut Team Combined at the 2025 World Championships.
Lauren Macuga of the Stifel US Ski Team wins the downhill, setting her team for a U.S. gold in the first Team Combined.
Zrinka Ljutíc dominates the Courchevel night slalom. Sara Hector achieves 2nd, Lena Dürr in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns with a top 10!
Zrinka Ljutić leads after the first run in the Courchevel night slalom. Wendy Holdener in 2nd, Katharina Liensberger in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns and achieves a strong, aggressive run. Shiffrin heads into the second run in 5th.
Mikaela Shiffrin makes her highly anticipated return to World Cup racing at the Courchevel Night Slalom after recovering from injury. The race, set under the lights at the iconic Emile-Allais Stadium, promises intense competition as top-ranked skiers like Camille Rast, Wendy Holdener, and Zrinka Ljutić battle for points ahead of the World Championships. Fans can tune in on Jan. 30 to catch all the action and see if Shiffrin can shake up the standings.
This morning, Shiffrin announced her return to the World Cup stage on Instagram, with her participation in the slalom race in Courchevel on January 30th.
The Flachau Night Slalom brings thrilling action under the lights as the Women’s World Cup enters its second half. With top stars Mikaela Shiffrin and Petra Vlhová sidelined, rising talents like Zrinka Ljutić and Camille Rast are battling for the slalom globe. Don’t miss the speed, precision, and drama on Tuesday, January 14th.
The Kranjska Gora slalom, the site of AJ Hurt’s career-first World Cup podium just a year ago. With top contenders like Camille Rast, Lena Dürr, and Zrinka Ljutić vying for critical points in the tight slalom title race, this preview offers a detailed look at the athletes, past results, and what’s at stake in this pivotal World Cup event.
The Women’s World Cup slalom returns to Semmering, Austria, without Mikaela Shiffrin, shifting the spotlight to other top contenders like Camille Rast, Katharina Liensberger, and Paula Moltzan. Discover who’s racing, how to watch, and what to expect from this season's stars.
The Semmering Women’s World Cup GS returns after a two-season hiatus, bringing thrilling action to the Panorama slope. With Mikaela Shiffrin and Petra Vlhová sidelined, reigning GS World Cup champion Lara Gut-Behrami leads a competitive field. North America’s AJ Hurt, back in action for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team after earning her first GS podium last season, joins other strong contenders like Federica Brignone and Sara Hector in the hunt for victory.
The Italian “speed queen,” Sofia Goggia, unveiled incredible confidence coming back to super-G competition and reigned victorious at the Stifel Birds of Prey. Three Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes secure supr-G points.
Lena Dürr Delivers Stellar Performance in Stifel Killington Cup's First Run; Shiffrin Healing after Incident. Anna Swenn Larsson not far behind the lead (+0.11) and Camille Rast 3rd (+0.12). 3 North Americans advance to second run.
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