Petra Vlhova

After two surgeries and an Olympic return, Petra Vlhová is preparing for her first World Cup start since January 2024. She plans to race slalom and giant slalom under new coach Mario Rafetzeder.

The women’s World Cup returns to Jasná, Slovakia, Jan. 23-24, 2027. Mikaela Shiffrin, Sara Hector, Zrinka Ljutić and others explain why Petra Vlhová’s orange-clad supporters create an atmosphere unlike any other.

Petra Vlhová has hired Mario Rafetzeder as head coach as the Olympic champion continues her comeback toward a return to World Cup skiing.

After months of recovery and two knee surgeries, Slovak ski star Petra Vlhová is back on snow. Training under new head coach Matej Gemza, she begins her comeback on Italy’s Stelvio Glacier—an important step toward returning to World Cup form.

Petra Vlhová, the remarkable Slovakian Olympic Champion, has been the only athlete to challenge the slalom dominance of the Stifel US Ski Team's superstar Mikaela Shiffrin. Vlhová’s fierce competitiveness and immense skill made her a strong contender for the 2024 season slalom title. However, her season took an unexpected turn when she suffered a devastating injury while racing giant slalom in her home World Cup race in Jasná, Slovakia.

Who is skiing, when and how to watch the Sunday, February 11th Women's Soldeu Andorra World Cup Slalom

As anticipation builds for the Women’s World Cup Slalom in Soldeu, Andorra, on Sunday, February 10th, ski racing fans expect a riveting competition. With the absence of superstars Petra Vlhová and Mikaela Shiffrin, the race takes on a new dynamic, offering a unique opportunity for emerging talents and competitive veterans to shine.

Stifel US Ski Team's Mikaela Shiffrin wins her 95th World Cup in the Jasná slalom. She is simply the best and has now accumulated 630 World Cup Slalom points this season. Now that Vlhová is out for the rest of the season, her lead over the next-best active skier is 228 points. It is her fifth slalom victory of the season. The woman has a fantastic feeling for winning; today, she used her first run advantage to perfection.

In the absence of her Slovakian rival Petra Vlhová, the stage was set for Mikaela Shiffrin to showcase her unparalleled prowess in women's slalom. As the first run unfolded, Shiffrin's dominance became evident, leaving a significant gap between her and the competition. The absence of Vlhová, coupled with Shiffrin's exceptional skills, promises an intriguing narrative for the day's race

Who is racing in Levi, when, and how to watch the women's second World Cup Slalom of the new season

Today, the women welcomed their 5th World Cup GS winner of the season. The Swedish Olympic Champion Sara Hector, who recently earned her first slalom podium, dominated the day, winning by (-1.52).

Sara Hector GEPA pictures/Harald Steiner Between the significant disappointments, the Swedish Olympic GS champion Sara

Mikaela Shiffrin Flachau GEPA pictures/Harald Steiner Stifel US Ski Team’s Mikaela Shiffrin overcame a (+0.07)

Petra Vlhová first run Flachau GEPA pictures There is nothing more exciting in ski racing

As the Flachau Austria Women's World Cup night slalom approaches, Tuesday, January 16th, all eyes are on Mikaela Shiffrin, who is set to start her first race since the Kranjska Gora, Slovenia Slalom on January 7th. Who is racing in Flachau, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup night slalom on January 16th.

Slovakian Petra Vlhová reigns victory in the 2024 Kranjska Gora slalom! The day was filled with exhilarating surprises, grit and immaculate competition. AJ Hurt achieves first World Cup Podium!

Petra Vlhová Wins the First Run and Mikaela Shiffrin Straddles a Gate in the Kranjska Gora Slalom. Two tie for the 2nd-place result.

Tomorrow in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, the women will transition to slalom. Currently, Mikaela Shiffrin and Petra Vlhová lead the pack and will battle for the Gold Fox tomorrow.