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In a thrilling Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, Stephanie Venier clinched gold for the host nation, while Federica Brignone secured silver. The bronze medal was shared by Norway's Kajsa Vickhoff Lie and American Lauren Macuga, both finishing with identical times.

Saalbach 2025 Women's Super-G Preview

The highly anticipated Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships takes place on February 6 in Saalbach, Austria. Athletes will face the challenging Zwölferkogel course, known for its steep terrain, high-speed sections, and demanding jumps. With defending world champion Marta Bassino, recent winners Lara Gut-Behrami, Federica Brignone, and Kajsa Vickhoff Lie, along with Lauren Macuga, who claimed her first World Cup victory this season, the race promises fierce competition. The U.S. and Canada bring a mix of experience and emerging stars, while six nations have multiple contenders ranked in the World Cup’s top 15.

SHRED., Dolomiti Superski, Visit Val di Fassa, and Ski Team Fassa, and are proud to announce SHRED. with Ted 2025, two unique ski racing camps taking place February 11 and February 12, 2025, on the iconic Aloch slope in Pozza di Fassa.

Mikaela Shiffrin has opted out of the team combined event at the Alpine skiing world championships to focus on her preparation for the giant slalom and slalom. As she continues her comeback from injury, Shiffrin is prioritizing training to regain peak form. Her decision means she won’t team up with Lindsey Vonn, but she remains focused on competing at her highest level in her signature events.

The RMISA alpine ski racing competitions resumed for the Montana State University Invitational at Bridger Bowl, Montana. Four different winners emerged from the giant slalom and slalom races.

Diston emphasizes the necessity of educating and motivating young skiers and racers to adopt anti-cut apparel from a young age. Check out Diston's Junior apparel and learn more.

The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach have officially begun, with the first medals awarded in the Team Parallel event—Italy taking gold, Switzerland securing silver, and Sweden earning bronze. With rosters finalized, the world’s best skiers are set to compete under updated qualification rules, ensuring a high level of competition. Athletes earned their spots through FIS points, while special qualifying races allowed racers from smaller nations a chance to compete. As the championships continue, fans can expect thrilling battles on the slopes and a showcase of elite ski racing talent.

Italy claimed gold in the Team Parallel event at the FIS World Ski Championships, edging Switzerland in a dramatic tiebreak finish. Sweden secured bronze after defeating the defending champion Stifel U.S. Ski Team 3-1. The high-intensity matchups featured clutch performances, razor-thin margins, and tiebreak drama, setting the stage for an electrifying start to Saalbach 2025.

The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships open in Saalbach, Austria, with the Team Parallel event. Defending champions Stifel U.S. Ski Team, featuring returning stars Nina O’Brien, River Radamus, and Paula Moltzan, will battle top contenders Norway and Austria. Canada, last year’s bronze medalists, will not compete.

Canada has named a 12-athlete roster for the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria, led by reigning world champions James Crawford and Laurence St-Germain. With strong World Cup results this season, including podiums in Kitzbühel, the team looks to build on its historic 2023 performance and compete for more medals from February 4-16.

The EISA season resumed with the Saint Michael’s Carnival at Smuggler’s Notch. The weekend delivered many memorable results.

The United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) held its third week of Alpine competition with races in the Midwest, Mideast, Southwest, Southeast, Grand Teton, Atlantic Highlands, Rocky Mountain, and Eastern Regions.

Switzerland, Austria, and Norway have officially named their rosters for the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, setting the stage for an intense battle on Austrian snow. With Switzerland leading the Nations Cup standings, Austria aiming for home-soil dominance, and Norway bringing a strong men's squad, the competition promises world-class performances and thrilling races from February 4 to 16.

Despite having the strongest collegiate ski racing system in the world, the U.S. sent its smallest Alpine team in history to the 25th World University Games—while other nations, even those in crisis, secured full support. With student-athletes forced to cover their own costs, participation is dwindling, and without change, the U.S. may not have a team at the next Games. Do we walk away, or find a way to rebuild?

The Men’s Kandahar downhill in Garmisch-Partenkirchen has been canceled after dense fog at the bottom of the course prevented the final training run, making the race ineligible under FIS rules. Officials explored an alternative plan, but the top 15 ranked racers unanimously voted against it, leading to the event’s cancellation. The decision is a disappointment for athletes, fans, and the German Ski Federation, with financial and logistical impacts. While official racing won’t take place, U.S. and Canadian athletes have been invited to train on the historic Kandahar course ahead of the World Championships in Saalbach.

The second NorAm event of the 2025 season took place on two different hills in Alberta, Canada, this past week. The elite athletes competed in both giant slalom and slalom on Mt. Norquay Ski Resort and Lake Louise. 

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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.