Erik Arvidsson’s Long Road Back: Inside His Recovery and Return to Beaver Creek
Erik Arvidsson shares the most honest look yet at his long recovery and why the fire is back as he returns to the Beaver Creek downhill. A powerful comeback story.
Britt Janyk joins top ten series on Skiing is Believing podcast
In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing top ten series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg sit down with Canadian World Cup winner Britt Janyk to break down the greatest downhillers of all time—from Moser-Pröll’s dominance in the ’70s to today’s legends and rising stars.
Macuga and Johnson Power U.S. Women’s Downhill Ahead of Olympics
The U.S. women’s downhill team delivered a stronger season in 2025, with Lauren Macuga and Breezy Johnson earning back-to-back World Cup podiums in Kvitfjell and Johnson also claiming World Championship gold. With Jacqueline Wiles adding key points and Lindsey Vonn returning to form, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team enters the Olympic year with momentum and depth.
2025 Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals: Men’s & Women’s Downhill Preview
The 2025 Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals kick off with the men’s and women’s downhill on Saturday, March 22, marking the first-ever speed races on Sun Valley’s newly built Challenger course. Hosting its first World Cup events since 1977, Sun Valley sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown where the world’s fastest skiers will battle for victory on an untested track. With season titles on the line and a demanding new course to conquer, the downhill races promise high-speed drama and unforgettable moments.
Stifel Sun Valley World Cup Finals: Speed Events Schedule & How to Watch
The 2025 World Cup Finals in Sun Valley bring the season’s top speed skiers to the slopes for the men’s and women’s downhill on Saturday, March 22, followed by the Super-G on Sunday, March 23. With title contenders set, North American athletes look to make an impact, including podium finishers Breezy Johnson, James Crawford, Lauren Macuga, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, and Jared Goldberg. Live coverage is available on NBC, Peacock, and OutsideTV in the U.S., with CBC Sports airing the action in Canada.
Weather Forces Cancelation of La Thuile Downhill, Shaking Up Season Finale
The final regular-season downhill of the Women's World Cup in La Thuile has been canceled due to persistent weather issues, leaving only one downhill race remaining this season at the World Cup Final in Sun Valley. With no improvement in the forecast, organizers will instead focus on two super-G races. The cancellation impacts skiers fighting to qualify for the final and shifts the season title battle to a single decisive race.
2025 Men’s Downhill & Super-G World Cup Finals: Who Qualified?
The 2025 Men's Downhill and Super-G World Cup Finals lineup is set, featuring the top 25 skiers from each discipline. In downhill, skiers from 10 different countries secured spots, while Super-G qualifiers represent nine nations. Switzerland leads both events, with strong representation from Austria, Italy, Canada, France, and the United States. As the season reaches its final showdown in Sun Valley, Idaho, check out the full list of qualifiers and key takeaways from this year’s standings.
Kvitfjell 2nd Men’s World Cup Downhill: The Final Regular-Season Showdown
The regular season's final men’s World Cup downhill hits Kvitfjell on Saturday, with Marco Odermatt on the verge of clinching the season title. Franjo Von Allmen needs a win—and luck—to stay in the fight, while Dominik Paris looks to sweep the Kvitfjell downhills. With podium battles, Finals spots, and national start positions on the line, expect an all-out battle on the Olympiabakken track.
Kvitfjell World Cup Downhill: Can Anyone Stop Switzerland?
Switzerland has dominated the World Cup downhill season, but with two regular-season races left before the Finals, the fight isn’t over. Odermatt leads the standings, but Von Allmen and Monney are keeping the pressure on, while Crawford and Hrobat look to break up the Swiss control. Kvitfjell’s Olympiabakken course, with its fast gliding sections and daring jumps, promises another thrilling showdown. Can anyone stop Switzerland, or will the Swiss tighten their grip on the title?
Cyprien Sarrazin Speaks on Recovery and Uncertain World Cup Comeback
French skier Cyprien Sarrazin is recovering faster than expected from a head injury suffered in a downhill training crash in Bormio but remains uncertain about his future in racing. While he still struggles with double vision, he says the fire to compete is still there—though he’s taking his time before making any decisions.
La Thuile Downhill: Preview
The second World Cup downhill in Kvitfjell promises another fierce battle as Cornelia Hütter looks to secure back-to-back victories. Breezy Johnson, fresh off her first World Cup podium since 2021, aims to carry momentum into another top finish. Emma Aicher, who claimed her first career podium on Friday, will fight to prove she belongs among the best. With only two regular-season downhills left, every point is crucial in the race for the season title and World Cup Finals qualification.
Hütter Wins Kvitfjell Downhill as Aicher Claims First Podium, Johnson Returns to Podium
Cornelia Hütter powered to victory in the Kvitfjell downhill, holding off a stunning late charge from Emma Aicher, who claimed her first career World Cup podium. Breezy Johnson returned to the podium for the first time since 2021, finishing third in a race filled with lead changes and high-speed drama.
Kvitfjell Women’s Downhill Preview: Brignone Leads, U.S. Stars Chase
The Women's World Cup downhill returns to Kvitfjell for only the second time, with a deep field battling for crucial points in the downhill crystal globe race. Federica Brignone leads the standings, but Sofia Goggia, Cornelia Hütter, and top Swiss and Norwegian contenders remain in striking distance. The U.S. squad, led by Lauren Macuga and Breezy Johnson, looks to capitalize on strong performances, while Lindsey Vonn continues her comeback. With just three downhills left before the World Cup Finals, expect high speeds, tight margins, and fierce competition on the Olympiabakken course.
Crans-Montana Downhill Preview: First Test of the 2027 World Championship Track
Crans-Montana’s Nationale course makes its men’s World Cup downhill debut, offering racers their first test of the 2027 World Championship track. With high-speed gliding, technical sections, and multiple jumps, the course demands precision and power. Fresh off his World Championship gold, Switzerland’s Franjo Von Allmen leads a stacked field, with Marco Odermatt, James Crawford, and Ryan Cochran-Siegle among the top challengers. Can Switzerland maintain its downhill dominance, or will North American skiers shake up the podium?
Switzerland Sweeps Historic Men’s Team Combined at Saalbach, USA 1 Falls Just Short
Switzerland Sweeps Men’s Team Combined at Saalbach, USA 1 Just Misses Podium Switzerland dominated the first-ever Men’s Team Combined at the Saalbach World Championships, sweeping the podium in a historic finish. Loïc Meillard’s clutch slalom run secured gold for Switzerland 1, while Tanguy Nef’s strong performance locked in silver for Switzerland 2. Switzerland 4 completed the sweep with bronze, holding off USA 1’s Ryan Cochran-Siegle and Benjamin Ritchie, who finished just 0.69 seconds off gold in fourth. The race came down to the slalom, where technical precision determined the winners in a thrilling debut for this new event.
Men’s Team Combined: Downhill Drama Sets Up Slalom Showdown at Saalbach
The first-ever Men's Team Combined World Championship title is on the line in Saalbach, where skiers battled shifting fog and challenging conditions in the downhill. Switzerland’s Alexis Monney set the fastest time, giving teammate Tanguy Nef a slight edge heading into the slalom. Franjo Von Allmen of Switzerland 1 finished just 0.02 seconds behind, setting up a showdown with Loïc Meillard. Italy’s Dominik Paris left Alex Vinatzer with 0.46 seconds to make up, while Austria’s Daniel Hemetsberger gave Fabio Gstrein a 0.95-second deficit. Norway’s Timon Haugan and France’s Clément Noël will need to charge hard, with 1.05 and 1.15 seconds to erase, respectively. With the start order reversed from the downhill, the race will come down to execution under pressure. Every turn matters, and the fight for gold is about to begin.
Von Allmen Wins World Championship Downhill, Switzerland Dominates
Von Allmen seized his moment, proving that the next generation of Swiss downhill racers is ready to dominate. With fearless precision and relentless aggression, he attacked every section of the Schneekristall/Zwölfer course, pushing to the absolute limit. As he crossed the line in first, the Swiss fans erupted, celebrating yet another World Championship gold. Even the Austrian crowd, despite their heartbreak, acknowledged the brilliance of his run—a performance that cemented Switzerland’s grip on the speed events and left no doubt that Von Allmen is a force to be reckoned with.
Saalbach 2025 Downhill: Who Will Conquer the Ultimate Test?
Downhill skiing is the ultimate test of speed, power, and nerve, where athletes rocket down the mountain at 140 km/h, teetering on the edge of control. The 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach will push them to their limits on the Schneekristall/Zwölfer course—a track designed to reward fearlessness and punish hesitation. With defending champion Marco Odermatt leading the charge and key contenders like Aleksander Aamodt Kilde and Cameron Alexander sidelined, the race for gold is wide open. Will Switzerland extend its downhill dominance, or will a new challenger rise to claim victory?
Breezy Johnson Wins Downhill Gold for Stifel U.S. Ski Team
Breezy Johnson’s fearless run from bib 1 set the tone for a thrilling day at the Saalbach World Championships, where she secured a historic downhill gold for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. Austria’s Mirjam Puchner and the Czech Republic’s Ester Ledecká completed the podium, while Lauren Macuga’s impressive fifth-place finish further highlighted North America’s strong showing. With just 33 racers on the start list and 30 finishers, the race was a true test of skill, confidence, and courage—one that Johnson conquered with power and courage.
2025 World Championship Women’s Downhill in Saalbach: Stars Battle for Gold
The 2025 World Championship downhill in Saalbach will be a high-stakes, one-run showdown, where aggression, precision, and fearlessness will decide the winner. With Italy’s Brignone and Goggia leading the season standings, Austria racing on home soil, and seven nations in the mix, the fight for gold is wide open. Rising star Lauren Macuga, past Saalbach winner Cornelia Huetter, and the legendary Lindsey Vonn’s return to World Championship downhill racing add even more intrigue. On Saturday, February 8, the world's best will push the limits on the Ulli Maier Downhill, where one perfect run is all that matters.
The Legendary Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Downhill: What to Know and Who to Watch
The legendary Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Downhill is more than just a race—it's the ultimate test of courage, skill, and resilience in alpine skiing. From the adrenaline-fueled Mausefalle jump to the treacherous Hausberg Traverse and the lightning-fast Zielsprung finish, every section of the Streif demands perfection. While Swiss racers have dominated this season, North American stars like Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Cameron Alexander, Bryce Bennett, and James Crawford are ready to battle for glory. Dive into the full article to discover the stories, contenders, and drama surrounding the most iconic race in ski racing history.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Women’s Downhill: Vonn Returns to Iconic Kandahar Course
The Women’s World Cup downhill returns to Garmisch-Partenkirchen on January 25, 2025, reviving the iconic Kandahar course after last year’s cancellation. With its steep drops and icy turns, the track promises drama as top contenders, including Italy’s Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia, vie for critical points in the downhill standings. Adding to the excitement, five-time Garmisch winner Lindsey Vonn is back, aiming to recapture her dominance on one of the sport’s most challenging venues. Don’t miss the action as the world’s best skiers battle for glory in this pivotal race.
Lindsey Vonn and American Downhillers Reflect on Cortina Olympic Course
Lindsey Vonn and her fellow American downhillers found plenty to appreciate about Cortina d’Ampezzo’s iconic Olympia delle Tofane course, which will host the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. While Jackie Wiles led the U.S. team with a strong seventh-place finish in the downhill, Vonn continued her remarkable comeback, finding positives despite two crashes. The athletes praised the course’s flow and challenge, describing it as a perfect stage for Olympic glory, with Bella Wright calling it 'our Kitzbühel' for the excitement it promises in February.
Marco Odermatt Wins 2025 Lauberhorn Downhill in Swiss One-Two Finish
The 2025 Lauberhorn downhill delivered unforgettable drama under perfect conditions on one of Alpine skiing’s most iconic tracks. Marco Odermatt led a Swiss one-two finish, setting a new course record and securing his second Wengen downhill victory, with teammate Franjo Von Allmen taking second and Slovenia’s Miha Hrobat rounding out the podium. North Americans also impressed, with four racers finishing in the top 10, led by Canada’s Cameron Alexander in fifth and Bryce Bennett in sixth. The day’s action included spectacular performances, a mid-race delay due to a crash, and the electrifying roar of the Wengen crowd celebrating the sport’s best on this legendary stage.
