Milan-Cortina Olympics
Mikaela Shiffrin claims slalom gold at 2026 Winter Olympics
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Mikaela Shiffrin of the United States won the women's slalom at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on February 18, ending an eight-year Olympic gold drought. The 30-year-old skier finished 1.50 seconds ahead of Switzerland's Camille Rast, with Sweden's Anna Swenn Larsson taking bronze. Shiffrin described the victory as a deeply emotional milestone following her father's death in 2020.
The Alps are poised for one of the best ends to the 2026 winter ski season, thanks to abundant snow, early Easter dates and the recent Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. Resorts report strong bookings and favorable conditions extending into April. Spring events, including music festivals and cultural celebrations, add to the appeal for global travelers.
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The Swiss resort of Crans-Montana is hosting Alpine Skiing World Cup races this week, four weeks after a tragic New Year's Eve fire at a bar killed 40 people, mostly teenagers, and injured 116. The events, serving as the final tune-up before the Milan-Cortina Olympics, proceed in a respectful, low-key atmosphere with tributes to the victims. Top skiers like Lindsey Vonn and Sofia Goggia have begun training amid mourning banners and team memorials.