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Winning at the highest level of ski racing isn’t about playing it safe. Dr. Jim Taylor breaks down why courage, commitment, and smart risk-taking separate champions from those who finish “almost there.” This piece explores the decision-points that define races — and how athletes can train the mindset to charge with confidence.

Mikaela Shiffrin said her return to speed in the St. Moritz super-G delivered exactly what she hoped for: confidence, clarity, and motivation to keep pushing forward during the Olympic season.

Swiss ski star Michelle Gisin will need another surgery after a serious training fall in St. Moritz left her with knee, spine, and wrist injuries. Her recovery is underway, and the ski racing community is sending support.

Timon Haugan pushed his limits while staying within his ability to win Sunday’s men’s World Cup slalom in Val d’Isère. Norway placed four skiers in the top six as the race demanded tactical skiing and nerve from start to finish.

Alice Robinson claimed her first-ever Super-G World Cup victory in St. Moritz with a fearless, attacking run, holding off Romane Miradoli and Sofia Goggia in a tight battle. The day also saw strong performances from the U.S. team, including first Super-G points for Haley Cutler and Mary Bocock. A thrilling race on a challenging course rewarded bravery, precision, and speed.

Loïc Meillard set the pace in the first run of the men’s World Cup slalom in Val d’Isère, but the story quickly expanded. Laurie Taylor became the only skier outside the elite start group to crack the top seven, Britain placed three athletes inside the top 15, and eight high-bib racers fought their way into the qualifiers, reshaping the race heading into the second run.

The men’s World Cup slalom season continues in Val d’Isère with race No. 3 after Levi and Gurgl. Here’s the full start list context, the season podium table, updated standings, and every USA, CAN, and GBR entry—including Stifel U.S. Ski Team starters and independent racers.

The women open the World Cup super-G season in St. Moritz with Mikaela Shiffrin listed for her first super-G start since December 2023. Raced on the same slope used for the Friday and Saturday downhills, the season opener features a reshaped field and early Olympic-season intrigue.

Loïc Meillard delivered under pressure to win the Val d’Isère men’s giant slalom, powering a Swiss sweep on the demanding Bellevarde. Luca Aerni claimed the first World Cup GS podium of his career, Marco Odermatt seized sole possession of the season standings lead, and River Radamus stormed from deep in the field to sixth with the fastest second run.

Lindsey Vonn returned to the podium in St. Moritz, finishing second in the women’s World Cup downhill, while Germany’s Emma Aicher stole the spotlight with a breakout performance. The U.S. team showed depth and momentum, and with key names absent, tomorrow’s Super-G promises more high-speed excitement.

Stefan Brennsteiner leads a tightly packed men’s giant slalom after the first run in Val d’Isère, with seven skiers within a second and strong late-bib performances on the demanding Bellevarde.

The men’s Alpine World Cup returns to Europe with Saturday’s Val d’Isère giant slalom. View the full start list, updated podiums, and entries from the U.S., Canada, and Great Britain.

Saturday brings the second women’s World Cup downhill of the season in St. Moritz. After Lindsey Vonn’s historic win in Friday’s opener, season standings, bib order, and North American depth shape the story heading into Downhill No. 2.

Lindsey Vonn opened the 2026 Olympic World Cup season with a historic downhill victory in St. Moritz, delivering a dominant performance that rewrote the record books and showcased the depth of the U.S. women’s speed team.

Lindsey Vonn World Cup Victory 83 / GEPA pictures What a sensational start to the

Canadian rookie Kendra Giesbrecht makes her World Cup debut with grit, confidence, and a steady rise shaped by years of hard work and trust in her team. Her first weekend on the circuit shows she’s a rising force in Canada’s GS pipeline.

The men return to Val d’Isère for the first European World Cups since leaving the U.S., with tight standings, rising contenders, and Olympic-season pressure shaping a dramatic GS and slalom weekend.

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