World Cup

French World Cup skier Cyprien Sarrazin suffered a severe head injury during a dramatic crash on the Stelvio downhill course in Bormio, Italy, Friday. Known for its demanding terrain, the course claimed Sarrazin after he landed hard off a roll and crashed through safety nets, prompting an airlift rescue. Diagnosed with a subdural hematoma, the Frenchman underwent emergency surgery, as confirmed by the French Ski Federation. Sarrazin had recorded the fastest training time just a day earlier and was eager to repeat his success from last season’s Bormio downhill. His crash has sparked renewed concerns over the icy, inconsistent conditions of this year’s course, with several racers criticizing its preparation and safety measures.

U.S. Ski Team veteran, Jared Goldberg, reflects on his first World Cup podium: “The carrot on the stick has just been moved forward, and now I’m chasing that.”

The Semmering Women’s World Cup GS returns after a two-season hiatus, bringing thrilling action to the Panorama slope. With Mikaela Shiffrin and Petra Vlhová sidelined, reigning GS World Cup champion Lara Gut-Behrami leads a competitive field. North America’s AJ Hurt, back in action for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team after earning her first GS podium last season, joins other strong contenders like Federica Brignone and Sara Hector in the hunt for victory.

The Bormio Stelvio's Carcentina and San Pietro Jump demand precision, power, and endurance. Last year, Canada’s Cameron Alexander earned a podium finish, while Wiley Maple led the U.S. racers with 12th. North American standouts like Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Bryce Bennett, James Crawford, and Brodie Seger are poised to showcase their skills on this formidable course this season.

Julia Scheib’s journey from a small Styrian ski hill to World Cup podiums embodies determination and resilience. After breaking Austria’s five-year giant slalom podium drought with third place in Sölden, Scheib now sets her sights on her home race in Semmering. Reflecting on her career, she acknowledges setbacks like injuries and DNFs but highlights her evolution into a consistent contender through focus and hard work. With ambitious goals, including the giant slalom globe, Scheib’s racing story inspires young skiers to dream big, persevere, and prove doubters wrong—one turn at a time.

Norway’s Timon Haugan delivered a dominant performance to win the 2024 Alta Badia World Cup Slalom, marking the second slalom victory of his career. Haugan’s clean and attacking skiing secured a commanding margin over Switzerland’s Loïc Meillard, who surged six spots with the second-fastest run of the day, and teammate Atle Lie McGrath, who claimed his third podium of the season. Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour also impressed, finishing 13th to cap off a thrilling day on the Gran Risa course.

The Alta Badia slalom delivered thrilling action as Clément Noël returned from injury to claim third after the first run, with Norwegians Timon Haugan and Atle Lie McGrath leading the charge. Amid icy conditions that favored precision, eight racers with bibs above 30, including Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour and River Radamus, qualified for the afternoon finale. Seymour’s 13th-place finish and Radamus’s 25th marked the first time this season that two North Americans advanced to a World Cup slalom second run, highlighting a day of opportunity and progress on the challenging Gran Risa course.

The Alta Badia men’s World Cup slalom on Dec. 23 brings together 72 athletes from 22 nations, with Austria leading the entries and seven skiers in the top 30. The race marks Clément Noël’s return after missing Val d'Isère due to injury, while Henrik Kristoffersen leads the standings after three events. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Ben Ritchie and Jett Seymour aim to build on early points, with Erik Read carrying momentum from his Alta Badia GS performance.

Marco Odermatt breaks GS records in Alta Badia with his 25th GS victory. He wins for the 5th time in Alta Badia. Leo Anguenot achieved his first podium and Alexander Steen Olsen secures 3rd place.

The St. Moritz Super-G finale was canceled due to unstable weather, delaying Lauren Macuga and Lindsey Vonn’s next opportunity to compete until St. Anton in January.

Filip Zubcic leads after the first run in Alta Badia. Alexander Steen Olsen in second and Marco Odermatt in third. River Radamus in eleventh.

The iconic Gran Risa in Alta Badia, Italy, hosts the next Men’s World Cup Giant Slalom on Sunday, Dec. 22. Marco Odermatt, fresh off his Val d’Isère victory, returns to a venue where he has won four times. Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen leads the GS standings, with teammates Alexander Steen Olsen and Atle Lie McGrath looking to challenge. The U.S. squad, led by River Radamus, will aim to break into the top ranks. Fans can catch the action live at 4:00 a.m. ET on Ski And Snowboard Live.

Lindsey Vonn returns to the St. Moritz slope for the second Super-G race of the weekend, building on her impressive 14th-place finish in her comeback to World Cup competition. Facing a stacked field led by today’s winner Cornelia Huetter, runner-up Lara Gut-Behrami, and third-place Sofia Goggia, Vonn aims to refine her performance on one of her most successful tracks. With snow and clouds expected, the conditions promise an unpredictable and thrilling race.

The first of two St. Moritz super-G races delivered excitement from start to finish, with Lindsey Vonn’s much-anticipated comeback adding a historic layer to the event. While Austria’s Cornelia Hütter claimed victory and a star-studded podium showcased the best in the sport, Vonn’s 14th-place finish proved she remains a formidable competitor. The race also highlighted strong performances from the Italian team, which placed four skiers in the top six, demonstrating their dominance in speed events.

Marco Odermatt secures third downhill victory and first on the Saslong track in Val Gardena/Gröden. His Swiss teammate, Franjo Von Allmen achieves 2nd and Stifel US Ski Team athlete, Ryan Cochran-Siegle secures 3rd.

Val Gardena-Gröden Downhill Preview: Who’s Racing and How to Watch. The Saslong downhill in Val Gardena is one of the most demanding courses on the World Cup circuit, stretching 3,446 meters with a vertical drop of 839 meters.