Queen of Cortina: Brignone Claims Olympic Giant Slalom Gold on Home Snow

2 days 2 hours ago
Katie Twible

Federica Brignone delivered one of the most emotional performances of the Games, capturing her second gold medal with a commanding giant slalom victory in front of a home crowd. Sara Hector and Thea Louise Stjernesund shared silver in a rare Olympic tie, while heartbreak and pressure defined the rest of the field on skiing’s biggest stage.

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Federica Brignone Leads After First Run of Women’s Olympic Giant Slalom

2 days 5 hours ago
Katie Twible

Federica Brignone delivered a commanding first run in the women’s Olympic giant slalom, setting the pace as she chases a second gold medal of the Games. Lena Dürr and Sofia Goggia sit in podium position, while a rare three-way tie and strong American and Canadian showings set up a dramatic second run.

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Women’s Olympic Giant Slalom Start List: Shiffrin, Scheib Lead 44 Nations in Cortina

2 days 13 hours ago
Peter Lange

The Women’s Olympic Giant Slalom start list is set with 44 nations represented. Mikaela Shiffrin, Julia Scheib, Federica Brignone, and Sara Hector headline a stacked Cortina field. Here’s the full breakdown, plus when and how to watch.

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Four Generations, One Standard: Andreas Žampa’s Fight for the Future of Slovak Ski Racing

2 days 16 hours ago
Press Release

Four generations deep in ski racing, Andreas Žampa is carrying forward a family legacy built on commitment, precision, and resilience. Beyond the World Cup stage, the Slovak standout is investing in the next generation through the growing Žampa Cup initiative.

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Brazil’s Pinheiro Braathen Blows Open Olympic Giant Slalom with Massive First-Run Lead

3 days 5 hours ago
Peter Lange

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen unleashed a breathtaking first run in the Olympic giant slalom, opening a massive lead over reigning champion Marco Odermatt and the stacked Swiss squad. With Brazil chasing history and the field scrambling to respond, the second run is set for a high-pressure showdown.

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Marc Girardelli on Lindsey Vonn’s ACL Gamble, RCS Shock & Skiing’s Personality Problem

3 days 19 hours ago
Aimee Berg

BORMIO, Italy — Ski legend Marc Girardelli didn’t hold back. From Lindsey Vonn’s ACL decision to Ryan Cochran-Siegle’s surprise silver and the new team combined format, the five-time overall World Cup champion delivered sharp insight — and plenty of personality.

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Vail Mountain School Celebrates Alumni & Former Students Competing on the Olympic Stage

4 days 2 hours ago
Press Release

As Olympic dreams become reality, Vail Mountain School proudly celebrates alumni competing on the world stage. From balancing academics and elite training to representing their countries internationally, these athletes embody the character, dedication, and sense of belonging cultivated within the VMS community.

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All Your IKON Pass Adventures, Now Tracked With Slopes

4 days 19 hours ago
Press Release

Ikon Pass has partnered with the award-winning Slopes app to deliver enhanced stat tracking, advanced analytics, and seamless syncing across 70+ global destinations. The upgraded Ikon Pass app now offers pass holders deeper insights, shareable season recaps, interactive maps, and real-time resort information—all in one place.

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One Dream, Two Generations: Schleper and Gaxiola Make Olympic History

5 days 18 hours ago
SR Staff Report

Sarah Schleper is preparing for her seventh Olympic Games — the only female alpine skier ever to reach that mark. This time, she’ll share the stage with her son, Lasse Gaxiola, making them the first mother and son to compete in the same Olympic edition. Read the full story of their historic journey on ShredOptics.com.

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