World Cup Race News

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.

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.

Mikaela Shiffrin's historic day, achieving 100 World Cup victories and matching the record of the most WC podiums! Zrinka Ljutić 2nd and Paula Moltzan 3rd.

Marco Odermatt conquered a chaotic Crans-Montana Super-G, seizing victory after many lead changes in a race that stayed fast from start to finish. Alexis Monney secured second for a Swiss 1-2, while Dominik Paris took third. With a 181-point lead in the super G standings, Odermatt is closing in on the globe—but the battle isn’t over yet. Read the full story for all the twists and turns.

Mikaela Shiffrin leads after the first slalom run in the Sestriere World Cup. She eyes her 100th victory. Zrinka Ljutić trails closely, +0.09 and Katharina Liensberger in 3rd.

The Crans-Montana super G is a pivotal race in the 2024-25 World Cup season, offering skiers a chance to battle for critical points on the future 2027 World Championship slope. With only two super G races left before the Finals in Sun Valley, every result matters—whether it’s Marco Odermatt strengthening his grip on the title, challengers pushing to close the gap, or athletes on the bubble fighting for a top-25 ranking to secure their Finals invitation. Expect aggressive skiing, high-speed gliding, and big-air jumps as racers take on the demanding Nationale course in a high-stakes showdown.

Federica Brignone wins back-to-back in the Sestriere World Cup giant slaloms. Lara Gut-Behrami takes 2nd and Alice Robinson in 3rd.

Switzerland delivered a statement performance in Crans-Montana, sweeping the podium and further cementing its dominance in downhill skiing. Franjo Von Allmen, the newly crowned World Champion, claimed his first career World Cup downhill victory, holding off Marco Odermatt, who charged late but settled for second. Alexis Monney completed the perfect Swiss 1-2-3, as thousands of home fans waved their flags in celebration. Vincent Kriechmayr led the non-Swiss skiers in fourth, while James Crawford finished sixth as the top North American. With just two more downhills in Kvitfjell before the World Cup Finals in Sun Valley, the battle for season-long standings remains intense—though after today, the Swiss now own the top three spots in the rankings.

Alice Robinson leads a competitive first run at the Sestriere World Cup giant slalom. Lara Gut-Behrami in 2nd and Britt Richardson in 3rd.

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?

The FIS Alpine Ski World Cup returns to Sestriere for the second of back-to-back giant slalom races, with Alice Robinson, Sara Hector, and Federica Brignone locked in a tight battle for the Crystal Globe. With only three GS races remaining after this event, every point is crucial. Thea Louise Stjernesund surged into the top four after her third-place finish in Sestriere Race 1, while North American contenders like Paula Moltzan and Valérie Grenier look to climb the standings. Expect another high-intensity showdown on one of Italy’s most historic courses.

Federica Brignone dominated the Sestriere giant slalom, building speed with each sector to take a commanding victory on home snow. Alice Robinson skied with power and determination but finished 0.40 seconds back in second, while Norway’s Louise Stjernesund secured third, earning her third career World Cup podium. With another GS race set for tomorrow on the same slope, the battle for the top step is far from over.

With just 0.19 seconds separating Alice Robinson and Federica Brignone, the second run promises a fierce battle for victory. Paula Moltzan is in podium contention, while Sara Hector and a deep field of challengers look to make a push. Mikaela Shiffrin, starting early, has a chance to set the pace, and North Americans Britt Richardson, Nina O’Brien, and AJ Hurt aim to climb the standings. With fast conditions and a tight leaderboard, the afternoon finale is set for an exciting showdown in Sestriere.

Despite enduring a grueling two-year recovery from devastating leg injuries, Max Franz is back on skis, embracing each step of his comeback with resilience and optimism. Testing his long skis as a forerunner in the women’s speed events at the World Championships, he proved to himself that his return to racing is no longer just a dream. "It was a long, hard road," he admitted, recalling the struggles of rehabilitation and the patience required to rebuild his strength. But each milestone, from conquering jumps to skiing a full downhill run, has reignited his confidence. With cautious optimism, Franz now eyes the ultimate goal—a return to the World Cup circuit—one step at a time.

Mikaela Shiffrin returns to World Cup giant slalom competition in Sestriere, Italy, joining newly crowned World Champion Federica Brignone, silver medalist Alice Robinson, and bronze medalist Paula Moltzan in a highly anticipated showdown. With four GS races left, the battle for the Crystal Globe remains intense, as Robinson and Sara Hector lead the standings. The United States, Switzerland, and Italy continue to dominate the Nations Cup, while rising stars Lara Colturi, Zrinka Ljutić, and Robinson push the sport’s next generation forward.

COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. – Copper Mountain has long since been an international hub for early-season alpine training, but this November, it will take center stage as a World Cup race venue. For the first time in over two decades, Copper will host both men's and women's FIS Alpine World Cup races, including giant slalom, super G, and slalom events from Nov. 27-30. With Killington, Vt., unable to host its traditional Thanksgiving weekend races due to lift upgrades, Copper will step in, providing a high-altitude, world-class venue for the sport’s best athletes. While the event is still pending final FIS Council approval, resort officials and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team are already preparing for the inaugural Stifel Copper Cup.

Camille Rast led a Swiss 1-2 finish in Saalbach, claiming gold ahead of Wendy Holdener, while Austria’s Katharina Liensberger secured bronze to the delight of the home crowd. Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Paula Moltzan delivered a strong performance to finish fourth, with Mikaela Shiffrin rounding out the top five in a race packed with dramatic lead changes and high-intensity action.

Switzerland’s Camille Rast set the tone in Saalbach with a commanding first run, carving through the quick-tempo course with aggressive transitions and powerful focus. She claimed the leader’s chair with a 0.58-second advantage over Austria’s Katharina Liensberger, while Mikaela Shiffrin, making her World Championship return, landed in third, 0.72 back. The demanding course took its toll, knocking out a third of the first 30 starters, including defending champion Laurence St-Germain. With a wide time spread and opportunities for higher bibs to break into the top 30, the stage is set for a dramatic second run.