Mikaela Shiffrin Wins the Stifel World Cup Finals Slalom and Zrinka Ljutić Captures Globe

Exciting final slalom! Zrinka Ljutić clinches the discipline globe and Mikaela Shiffrin achieves her 101st World Cup victory. Read more from the big day!

By | 2025-03-27T14:59:54-06:00 March 27th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Mikaela Shiffrin Wins the Stifel World Cup Finals Slalom and Zrinka Ljutić Captures Globe

Mikaela Shiffrin Dominates the First Run of the Stifel World Cup Finals Slalom; Globe Contention Intensifies

Mikaela Shiffrin of the Stifel US Ski Team dominates first run of the Stifel World Cup Finals slalom. Dürr in second and Holdener in 3rd. Globe still on the line!

By | 2025-03-28T07:59:07-06:00 March 27th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Mikaela Shiffrin Dominates the First Run of the Stifel World Cup Finals Slalom; Globe Contention Intensifies

Final Day Fireworks: World Cup Slalom Titles to Be Decided in Sun Valley

Two slalom globes, decades of history, and one final day to decide it all—Thursday’s Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals promise thrilling, all-out battles on Greyhawk. With slalom legends of the past echoing through the venue and both men’s and women’s titles still up for grabs, the drama will go gate by gate to the finish. Get the full preview: start times, title contenders, course setters, and North Americans chasing glory.

By | 2025-03-26T21:40:15-06:00 March 26th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Final Day Fireworks: World Cup Slalom Titles to Be Decided in Sun Valley

Gut-Behrami Wins in Sun Valley as Brignone Secures Giant Slalom Title

Lara Gut-Behrami made history with a powerful win at the Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals, while Italy’s Federica Brignone clinched the women’s giant slalom globe with a fearless second run. All three Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes finished inside the top 15 and scored World Cup points on home snow.

By | 2025-03-25T14:26:26-06:00 March 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Gut-Behrami Wins in Sun Valley as Brignone Secures Giant Slalom Title

Gut-Behrami Leads After First Run, Brignone Inches Toward the Globe

A fierce course, major crashes, and a globe still hanging in the balance. The first run of the women’s giant slalom at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals delivered drama from the start — and the title fight is far from over.

By | 2025-03-25T11:35:07-06:00 March 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Gut-Behrami Leads After First Run, Brignone Inches Toward the Globe

Women’s Downhill & Super G Finals: Who Qualified for Sun Valley?

The 2025 Women’s World Cup Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho, will bring together the top 25 skiers in downhill and super G for a final showdown. Italy’s Federica Brignone leads both disciplines, with Cornelia Huetter and Sofia Goggia chasing in downhill, while Lara Gut-Behrami remains in contention for the super G title. With only a handful of points separating the leaders, the race for the crystal globes promises high-stakes drama as the fastest women in the world push their limits one last time this season. Click on the images to see which athletes have qualified for the Women's World Cup Finals in downhill and super G, as the world's fastest skiers prepare for a thrilling showdown in Sun Valley!

By | 2025-03-14T16:14:37-06:00 March 14th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Women’s Downhill & Super G Finals: Who Qualified for Sun Valley?

2025 Women’s Slalom & Giant Slalom World Cup Finals: Who Qualified?

The 2025 Women’s World Cup Finals field is set, with the top 25 skiers in slalom and giant slalom earning their spots in Sun Valley, Idaho. Zrinka Ljutić and Alice Robinson lead the standings, but they'll face tough competition from some of the sport’s biggest names. Which countries qualified the most skiers? How many North Americans made the cut? Find out the full list of finalists and key takeaways as the season heads toward its thrilling conclusion! Click to see who’s in!

By | 2025-03-10T17:32:00-06:00 March 9th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on 2025 Women’s Slalom & Giant Slalom World Cup Finals: Who Qualified?

Truppe Wins First World Cup, Austria 1-2 in Åre Slalom, Shiffrin Third

Austria dominated the final regular-season slalom in Åre, with Katharina Truppe securing her first-ever World Cup victory and teammate Katharina Liensberger finishing second in a statement performance. Mikaela Shiffrin rounded out the podium in third, while Paula Moltzan placed sixth, giving the Stifel U.S. Ski Team two top-six finishes. With the World Cup Finals in Sun Valley up next, the stage is set for an intense battle for the season title.

By | 2025-03-15T09:31:01-06:00 March 9th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Truppe Wins First World Cup, Austria 1-2 in Åre Slalom, Shiffrin Third

Mikaela Shiffrin Leads After First Run in Åre

​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.

By | 2025-03-15T09:35:08-06:00 March 9th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Mikaela Shiffrin Leads After First Run in Åre

World Cup Slalom Åre: Shiffrin Returns, Title Race and Finals Spots on the Line

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.

By | 2025-03-26T16:23:57-06:00 March 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on World Cup Slalom Åre: Shiffrin Returns, Title Race and Finals Spots on the Line

Brignone Wins Åre Giant Slalom, Robinson Retains Season Lead

Federica Brignone dominated the Åre giant slalom, securing her 17th career and fifth season win by 1.36 seconds. Alice Robinson took second, keeping her season lead, while 18-year-old Lara Colturi claimed her second career podium. North Americans shined, with Valérie Grenier finishing fifth, Paula Moltzan sixth, and Nina O’Brien charging 18 spots to 11th with the second-fastest second run.

By | 2025-03-15T09:36:18-06:00 March 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Brignone Wins Åre Giant Slalom, Robinson Retains Season Lead

Brignone Leads Åre Giant Slalom; Goggia and Stjernesund in Pursuit, Shiffrin Out

Federica Brignone set the pace in the first run of the World Cup giant slalom in Åre, leading a tight battle with Sofia Goggia and Thea Louise Stjernesund. With warm conditions and a shortened course, eight racers finished within a second of the lead, setting up a thrilling second run. Mikaela Shiffrin, still searching for her best giant slalom form since returning from injury, failed to finish, missing another chance to regain confidence in the discipline.

By | 2025-03-15T09:38:51-06:00 March 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Brignone Leads Åre Giant Slalom; Goggia and Stjernesund in Pursuit, Shiffrin Out

Camille Rast Leads Saalbach Slalom as Shiffrin Battles for Gold

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.

By | 2025-03-15T10:00:17-06:00 February 15th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Camille Rast Leads Saalbach Slalom as Shiffrin Battles for Gold

Saalbach 2025 Women’s Slalom: Shiffrin Returns, Ljutić Leads, Gold on the Line

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.

By | 2025-02-14T19:56:05-07:00 February 14th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Saalbach 2025 Women’s Slalom: Shiffrin Returns, Ljutić Leads, Gold on the Line

“I am living the dream” Ljutíc Victorious in Courchevel, Shiffrin’s Remarkable Return to Top 10

Zrinka Ljutíc dominates the Courchevel night slalom. Sara Hector achieves 2nd, Lena Dürr in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns with a top 10!

By | 2025-01-31T07:34:52-07:00 January 30th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on “I am living the dream” Ljutíc Victorious in Courchevel, Shiffrin’s Remarkable Return to Top 10

Zrinka Ljutić Wins the First Run at Courchevel Night Slalom, Shiffrin Returns Strong

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.

By | 2025-02-03T09:07:06-07:00 January 30th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Zrinka Ljutić Wins the First Run at Courchevel Night Slalom, Shiffrin Returns Strong

Zrinka Ljutic Ends 22-Year Croatian Drought with Semmering Win

With Germany’s Lena Dürr leading the race, all eyes turned to 20-year-old Croatia’s Zrinka Ljutic, the fastest skier from the first run, to decide the winner. Benefiting from her father setting the first run course, Ljutic entered the second run with a 0.51-second advantage over Dürr. Despite Dürr’s impressive second run, which included a significant mistake, Ljutic extended her lead to 1.75 seconds, clinching her first World Cup victory. The win was historic, marking the first time in 22 years that a Croatian woman claimed a World Cup victory, following in the footsteps of skiing legend Janica Kostelić. Ljutic, who had previously earned three slalom podiums, finally stood atop the podium in a breakthrough moment for her career.

By | 2024-12-29T08:30:22-07:00 December 29th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Zrinka Ljutic Ends 22-Year Croatian Drought with Semmering Win

Semmering Slalom: Ljutic Leads, North Americans Eye Second Run Comeback

Zrinka Ljutic holds a commanding lead after the first run of the Semmering slalom, with Germany’s Lena Dürr and Switzerland’s Camille Rast in pursuit. North Americans Amelia Smart and AJ Hurt aim to climb the ranks in an exciting afternoon finale.

By | 2024-12-29T04:39:49-07:00 December 29th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Semmering Slalom: Ljutic Leads, North Americans Eye Second Run Comeback

On the Rise: Zrinka Ljutić Chats with Skiing Is Believing!

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast, Matt and Alan spoke with last season's FIS Rising Star, tech specialist Zrinka Ljutić.

By | 2024-11-21T14:04:27-07:00 November 21st, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on On the Rise: Zrinka Ljutić Chats with Skiing Is Believing!

Mikaela Shiffrin Secures 95th World Cup Victory in Jasná Slalom

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.

Shiffrin’s Jasná Slalom Supremacy: A Recap and Emerging Talents in Women’s Skiing

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

By | 2024-01-21T07:56:59-07:00 January 21st, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Shiffrin’s Jasná Slalom Supremacy: A Recap and Emerging Talents in Women’s Skiing
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