Stephanie Venier, the 31-year-old Tyrolean who won the 2025 super-G world title in Saalbach, has announced her retirement from ski racing. The Austrian speed specialist ends her career with 169 World Cup starts, 12 podiums split evenly between super-G and downhill, and three wins. Venier also raced in five World Championships, earning three medals, and competed in the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics.
Breezy Johnson continued her strong season with a third-place finish in the Kvitfjell downhill, just weeks after capturing World Championship gold in Saalbach. Reflecting on her recent success, Johnson spoke about maintaining momentum, embracing the pressure of being a champion, and the supportive atmosphere within the deep U.S. women’s speed team. With the World Cup Finals approaching, she remains focused on delivering strong performances as she builds on her championship-winning form.
The 2009 slalom world champion hopes to seek more professional challenges in life to fulfill his ambition.
French World Champion Tessa Worley ruled out for rest of season, Tanja Poutiainen and Susanne Riesch also evaluated.
Bode Miller makes his return in Soelden while Vonn opts to sit out until Beaver Creek.
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