Mikaela Shiffrin
Mikaela Shiffrin clinches record ninth slalom title before Olympics
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Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the final World Cup slalom race before the 2026 Winter Olympics, winning by 1.67 seconds to secure her ninth season title in the discipline. The American skier's victory in Spindleruv Mlyn, Czech Republic, marks her 108th career World Cup win and solidifies her status as the favorite for Olympic gold. This achievement makes her the first skier to claim nine titles in a single discipline.
Mikaela Shiffrin and Marco Odermatt are set to pursue Olympic gold in alpine skiing at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan-Cortina, Italy. Lindsey Vonn, nursing a knee injury, adds intrigue to the American contingent. The events include downhill, super-G, giant slalom, and slalom for both men and women.
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ESPN is launching a five-episode docuseries titled "On the Edge: World Cup Ski Racing," spotlighting prominent alpine skiers like Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn ahead of the Milan Cortina Olympics. The series begins with three segments on Friday and explores the personal and professional challenges of the World Cup circuit. It aims to inspire new fans and participants in the sport.