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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.

Switzerland’s Camille Rast set the tone in Saalbach with a commanding first run, carving through the quick-tempo course with aggressive transitions and powerful focus. She claimed the leader’s chair with a 0.58-second advantage over Austria’s Katharina Liensberger, while Mikaela Shiffrin, making her World Championship return, landed in third, 0.72 back. The demanding course took its toll, knocking out a third of the first 30 starters, including defending champion Laurence St-Germain. With a wide time spread and opportunities for higher bibs to break into the top 30, the stage is set for a dramatic second run.

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.

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The Saalbach-Hinterglemm World Championships have ignited passion among Austrian athletes and fans, blending history, home-snow advantage, and fierce competition. With roaring crowds of up to 22,500 fueling their performances, Austria’s top racers have delivered standout moments, from Stephanie Venier’s golden super-G run to Vincent Kriechmayr’s inspiring comeback. While injuries sidelined key athletes, the team continues to fight for podiums, and the next generation watches closely, inspired by their heroes on Zwölferkogel’s demanding slopes.

Mikaela Shiffrin looks to make a strong slalom comeback at the 2025 Saalbach World Championships. After battling injury setbacks, the four-time Slalom World Champion is focused on regaining top form and delivering a peak performance.

Austrian, Raphael Haaser achieved his first World Championship GS title. Thomas Tumler silver and Loïc Meillard bronze.

Timon Haugan wins the first run of the World Championships giant slalom. Loïc Meillard in 2nd-place, +0.02 behind the lead, and Marco Odermatt in 3rd, +0.24.

The Saalbach 2025 FIS Alpine World Championships GS promises an intense battle on a long, demanding course featuring the legendary Ochsenritt section. With Marco Odermatt, Alexander Steen Olsen, and other top contenders vying for the world title, the race will test endurance, precision, and tactical skill. North American skiers, including River Radamus and Erik Read, aim to make an impact, while recent World Cup podium trends suggest a tight fight between Norway, Switzerland, and Austria. Here’s everything you need to know about the race preview, start list, and how to watch live.

Federica Brignone was crowned the 2025 GS World Champion in Saalbach, delivering a dominant performance to claim her long-awaited gold. Alice Robinson secured silver, making history with New Zealand’s first World Championship medal, while USA’s Paula Moltzan earned bronze—her first individual World Championship podium. Read how the dramatic second run unfolded.

Italy’s Federica Brignone dominated the first run of the Women’s Giant Slalom at the Saalbach 2025 FIS Alpine World Championships, showcasing precision and power to build a 0.67-second lead over New Zealand’s Alice Robinson. Paula Moltzan of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team delivered another strong GS performance, sitting third at 1.24 seconds back. The challenging terrain and long course demanded endurance, creating significant time gaps across the field. With the top 30 set to race in reverse order for the second run, the fight for podium positions promises a thrilling finish.

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team has named 16 rising stars to represent the United States at the 2025 FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championships in Tarvisio, Italy, from Feb. 27 to March 6. The roster features a mix of accomplished NorAm and World Cup competitors, including Elisabeth Bocock, Liv Moritz, and Stanley Buzek, along with promising newcomers. With a strong history at Junior Worlds, the U.S. aims to build on past success, competing in downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom, and team events.

The alpine portion of the RMISA Qualifier and Utah Invitational took place last weekend at the Utah Olympic Park in Park City, Utah. Five different athletes achieved victory and other milestones were achieved. Read more.

The Women’s GS at the Saalbach World Championships features a fierce battle on Zwölferkogel. Alice Robinson leads the standings, with Sara Hector and Federica Brignone in close pursuit. North Americans Paula Moltzan, Nina O’Brien, and Valérie Grenier aim to contend, while rising stars Lara Colturi and Zrinka Ljutić look to make an impact. Expect tight racing, aggressive tactics, and a thrilling fight for gold.

Zrinka Ljutić is gearing up for the Saalbach 2025 World Championships after a breakout World Cup season. With multiple slalom victories and growing confidence, Croatia’s rising star is ready to take on the world’s best. Can she turn her momentum into championship success?

Switzerland Sweeps Men’s Team Combined at Saalbach, USA 1 Just Misses Podium

Switzerland dominated the first-ever Men’s Team Combined at the Saalbach World Championships, sweeping the podium in a historic finish. Loïc Meillard’s clutch slalom run secured gold for Switzerland 1, while Tanguy Nef’s strong performance locked in silver for Switzerland 2. Switzerland 4 completed the sweep with bronze, holding off USA 1’s Ryan Cochran-Siegle and Benjamin Ritchie, who finished just 0.69 seconds off gold in fourth. The race came down to the slalom, where technical precision determined the winners in a thrilling debut for this new event.

The first-ever Men's Team Combined World Championship title is on the line in Saalbach, where skiers battled shifting fog and challenging conditions in the downhill. Switzerland’s Alexis Monney set the fastest time, giving teammate Tanguy Nef a slight edge heading into the slalom. Franjo Von Allmen of Switzerland 1 finished just 0.02 seconds behind, setting up a showdown with Loïc Meillard. Italy’s Dominik Paris left Alex Vinatzer with 0.46 seconds to make up, while Austria’s Daniel Hemetsberger gave Fabio Gstrein a 0.95-second deficit. Norway’s Timon Haugan and France’s Clément Noël will need to charge hard, with 1.05 and 1.15 seconds to erase, respectively. With the start order reversed from the downhill, the race will come down to execution under pressure. Every turn matters, and the fight for gold is about to begin.

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.