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To ski your fastest, embrace the seven Fs: Free your mind from clutter, Focus on what you can control, and trust your Feelings over overthinking. When challenges arise, Fight rather than retreat, and adopt an F&%# it! attitude to release pressure. Most importantly, rediscover the Fun that brought you to the sport—because when you do, you’ll be Fast.

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has named 21 athletes to represent the Stifel U.S. Ski Team at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria, from Feb. 4-16.

Stef Fleckenstein, a SYNC Independent Athlete, has faced the toughest challenges in alpine ski racing. She remains determined to return to the World Cup circuit, and her approach to mental resilience offers valuable lessons for any athlete.

The Wilder Dwight speed series at Aspen Highlands continues to honor its namesake while developing future champions. With standout performances from Devon Phillips and Mari Renick, the event remains a vital proving ground, once won by Lindsey Vonn early in her career. Aspen Valley Ski and Snowboard Club Alpine Director Jeff Lackie sees the venue’s potential for national expansion, reinforcing its legacy as a key stepping stone for young speed skiers.

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.

Under the roaring lights of Schladming, Norway’s Timon Haugan delivered a clutch second run to claim victory, securing a Norwegian sweep of the Schladming night races. Austria’s Manuel Feller and Fabio Gstrein gave the home crowd plenty to cheer about, finishing second and third, while Benjamin Ritchie of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team skied his way to 9th place, marking his second career top-10 finish. With the World Championships in Saalbach just weeks away, Austria carries strong momentum, while Norway continues to dominate under the lights.

Under the glow of Schladming’s floodlights, Linus Strasser set the pace in the first run, but the race remains wide open with six skiers within 0.71 seconds. Austria’s Manuel Feller, fueled by a roaring home crowd, looks to close the gap, while Norway’s Timon Haugan and Switzerland’s Loïc Meillard remain in striking distance. Fabio Gstrein’s seventh-place run kept Austrian hopes alive, and the British team pulled off the unusual feat of qualifying all three of its racers. Meanwhile, Ben Ritchie was the lone North American to qualify, continuing his breakout season. With the reverse start order setting up early lead changes and the crowd returning louder than ever, the second run promises a thrilling battle to the finish.

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.

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The Schladming Night Slalom, famously known as "The Nightrace," returns on January 29, 2024, bringing electrifying ski racing to the iconic Planai slope. With over 50,000 fans expected, the event features the world’s top slalom racers, including standings leader Clément Noël and strong contenders like Henrik Kristoffersen and Timon Haugan. As the final slalom before the Saalbach World Championships, this pivotal race will shape the season’s narrative and national team selections. Don’t miss the drama as history unfolds under the floodlights—find out who will be crowned "King of the Night."

Alexander Steen Olsen claimed his second giant slalom victory of the season under the lights in Schladming, leading a Norwegian 1-2 finish with Henrik Kristoffersen. Marco Odermatt surged to third, while River Radamus gained five spots to finish 12th, capping off an electrifying night on the Planai slope.

The Schladming Night Giant Slalom delivered its signature energy under the floodlights of the iconic Planai. Loïc Meillard leads a tight competition after the first run.

The Schladming Night Giant Slalom returns on January 28, 2025, bringing the world’s best skiers to the iconic Planai slope for the only GS race under the lights. Swiss superstar Marco Odermatt, fresh off three consecutive GS wins, leads the charge as the favorite. With tens of thousands of fans expected to pack the world-class finish stadium, this electrifying event will be pivotal for athletes chasing valuable points and spots at the Saalbach World Championships. Don’t miss the action as night turns to day on one of the Alpine circuit’s most thrilling stages.

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Clément Noël delivered a stunning second run to claim his fourth slalom victory of the season on Kitzbühel’s legendary Ganslernhang slope. Italy’s Alex Vinatzer earned a career-best second-place finish, while Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history with another podium. The challenging course tested the world’s best, creating the thrilling drama Kitzbühel is known for.

Lara Gut-Behrami wins in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen Super G, marking her 46th World Cup win. Vickhoff Lie in 2nd and Brignone in 3rd. Keely Cashman was the top North American, earning a personal-best result.