Shiffrin Charges to Massive Lead in Run 1 at World Cup Finals
Mikaela Shiffrin delivers a dominant first run in Hafjell, taking a commanding 1.10 second lead as the women’s World Cup Finals slalom heads into a decisive second run.
Marco Odermatt DNF as Pinheiro Braathen Takes Control of GS Title in Hafjell
Marco Odermatt crashes out after the fastest split. Pinheiro Braathen now controls the GS title race heading into the final run.
Mark Tilston Breaks Silence on U.S. Ski Team Exit and Men’s Program Direction
Mark Tilston reflects on his departure from the Stifel U.S. Ski Team men’s program, discussing structural challenges, athlete development, and the future of U.S. alpine skiing.
Shiffrin vs Aicher: Women’s Slalom Finals Start List Sets Stage for Overall Title Fight
Shiffrin leads Aicher by 45 points heading into the final slalom. Full start list, analysis, and what it means for the overall title.
Men’s Giant Slalom World Cup Finals Hafjell Start List & How to Watch
The final giant slalom of the season is set in Hafjell. Full start list, standings, and analysis as Odermatt and Pinheiro Braathen battle for the globe.
Paris Wins Super-G, Completes Double as Italy Sweeps Finals
Dominik Paris capped a dominant World Cup Finals with a Super-G victory to complete a downhill–Super-G double, leading Italy to a clean sweep of all four speed races in Kvitfjell.
Goggia Delivers in Kvitfjell to Clinch Super G Crystal Globe
Sofia Goggia delivered under pressure in Kvitfjell, winning the final Super G of the season to secure the crystal globe. With standout performances from Corinne Suter and Kira Weidle Winkelmann, and a tightening overall race, the World Cup Finals set the stage for a dramatic finish.
Marco Odermatt Clinches Super-G Globe as Kvitfjell Finals Start List Sets Up Final Showdown
Marco Odermatt has secured the Super-G globe, but the Kvitfjell Finals start list sets up a wide-open race for the final podium.
Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals Start List: How to Watch, Start Order & Globe Battle
The Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals in Lillehammer will decide the season title. Find the full start list, start order, how to watch, and key contenders including Goggia, Robinson, and Shiffrin.
Laura Pirovano Wins Kvitfjell Downhill to Claim Globe as Breezy Johnson Finishes 2nd
Laura Pirovano completes a stunning late-season surge, winning the Kvitfjell downhill to secure the 2026 globe with three straight victories. Breezy Johnson finishes 2nd in a dramatic season finale.
Paris Wins Kvitfjell Downhill as Finals Get Underway
Dominik Paris powered to victory in Kvitfjell to open the World Cup Finals, while Marco Odermatt capped off a dominant season by securing the downhill Crystal Globe.
Men’s World Cup Finals Downhill Start List & How to Watch – Kvitfjell 2026
Full men’s World Cup Finals downhill start list from Kvitfjell plus how to watch, top contenders, and race analysis.
Women’s Downhill World Cup Finals Start List: Who Wins the Crystal Globe in Kvitfjell?
Four skiers can still win the downhill crystal globe. Here’s the Kvitfjell Finals start order—plus how and when to watch the race that will decide the title.
Andrew Kurka: A Legacy of Grit, Fearlessness, and Evolution
Three Paralympic Games and a gold medal later, Andrew Kurka has become one of the most fearless athletes in para alpine skiing. Raised on a remote Alaskan homestead, Kurka built a career defined by grit, resilience, and relentless work ethic. From charging lines others would not attempt to inspiring the next generation of athletes, his journey reflects a legacy built on perseverance and purpose both on and off the slopes.
Audrey Crowley: Chasing Speed, Podiums, and the Next Big Stage
At just 19, Audrey Crowley is emerging as one of the most exciting young athletes in Para Alpine skiing. The Eagle, Colorado native has already earned multiple World Cup podiums and a World Championships bronze medal while balancing competition in both para and able-bodied racing. With the Milan Cortina Paralympic Winter Games on the horizon and a new chapter ahead at the University of Denver, Crowley’s rise on the international stage is only just beginning.
USA’s Paul Epstein Closes Global Racing Ski Team, Pathway for World Cup Skiers Worldwide
USA’s Paul Epstein shuts down the Global Racing Ski Team, a proven pathway that helped develop and return World Cup skiers.
Alexis Pinturault announces retirement after 17-year World Cup career
French alpine legend Alexis Pinturault will retire after the 2026 World Cup Finals in Hafjell, ending one of the greatest careers in ski racing.
Shiffrin Leads 12-Athlete Stifel U.S. Ski Team Squad to World Cup Finals as Crystal Globe Races Tighten
Twelve Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes head to the 2026 World Cup Finals in Lillehammer as Shiffrin, Aicher and McGrath lead the Crystal Globe races.
Ikon Pass Launches 2026/27 Sales With U.S. Ski & Snowboard Partnership
Ikon Pass has launched sales for the 2026/27 season with a new partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard, offering a discount on Ikon Session Passes and exclusive fan access to athletes, events, and a World Cup sweepstakes experience at Deer Valley in 2027.
Women’s World Cup Finals SL & GS Rosters: Shiffrin, Scheib Win Titles
The women’s technical fields for the World Cup Finals in Hafjell are now set. Mikaela Shiffrin dominated slalom while Julia Scheib secured the giant slalom crystal globe heading into the final races of the season.
Men’s World Cup Finals Qualifiers Set: Downhill and Super-G Standings Heading to Kvitfjell
The men’s speed discipline fields for the World Cup Finals in Hafjell are now set. Marco Odermatt has already secured the downhill and super-G crystal globes, while the Top-25 qualifiers prepare for the final races of the season. The slalom and giant slalom Finals preview is covered in a separate article.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins 72nd World Cup slalom in Åre, extends overall lead over Emma AicherÅre slalom
Mikaela Shiffrin wins the women’s World Cup slalom in Åre for her 72nd career slalom victory and strengthens her lead over Emma Aicher in the overall race.
Shiffrin Leads Åre Slalom First Run as Aicher Pressures Overall Title
Mikaela Shiffrin led the first run of the Women’s World Cup slalom in Åre, while Emma Aicher stayed close and kept pressure on the overall title race.
Courchevel Super-G Cancelled, Marco Odermatt Clinches Fourth Straight Globe
Marco Odermatt secured his fourth consecutive super-G crystal globe after both scheduled races in Courchevel were cancelled due to unsafe conditions. With an insurmountable points lead and only one race remaining, the Swiss star adds another title to his dominant 2024-25 World Cup season.
