Sara Hector delivered a composed and commanding performance to claim victory in the women’s Giant Slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, holding her first-run lead with a strong second run. With three Americans finishing inside the top five and momentum building toward Cortina, the race showcased both elite precision and the growing depth of women’s Giant Slalom heading into the Olympic Games.

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Giovanni Franzoni claims his first World Cup downhill victory on the Streif in Kitzbühel as Marco Odermatt reaches a historic 100th career podium.

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Sara Hector holds a narrow lead after Run One of the Women’s Giant Slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, with Camille Rast and Julia Scheib close behind. Strong performances from Mikaela Shiffrin and Paula Moltzan highlight a competitive opening run as the podium remains wide open heading into Run Two.

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The 2026 Hahnenkamm Kitzbühel downhill start list previews the Streif Super Bowl, Swiss dominance, key storylines, and when and how to watch the sport’s most coveted race.

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Here’s how and when to watch the women’s World Cup giant slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, plus the full start list, standings, and key storylines.

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How Olympic weightlifting builds explosive power, coordination, and durability in youth alpine ski racers—safely and progressively.

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Marco Odermatt delivered another commanding Kitzbühel super-G victory as Switzerland went 1–2 and first-time Olympian Sam Morse surged into the top 20 from bib 50 in fading light.

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Five races. Five winners. The men’s super-G season arrives in Kitzbühel with no clear favorite, rising Olympic pressure, and the deepest speed discipline field on the World Cup calendar.

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For the first time ever, skiers can experience the iconic Olympia delle Tofane Olympic downhill before the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games begin. SkyTechSport’s newest virtual course delivers elite-level realism, shared-slope skiing, and unprecedented freedom of movement—redefining what’s possible in ski simulation.

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The U.S. finalized its women’s Olympic alpine ski team for Cortina 2026. Here’s the full roster, event schedule, and medal outlook.

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The U.S. names its six-man men’s Olympic alpine team for Bormio, blending World Cup winners, podium talent, speed depth, and rising stars.

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From frozen Latvian fields to World Cup slalom start gates, Dženifera “Jenny” Ğērmane’s rise has been anything but easy. Shaped by family sacrifice, repeated injuries, and a leap of faith that saved her career, the 22-year-old Latvian is now a consistent World Cup point scorer—and quietly moving into the Olympic conversation.

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NCAA Division I alpine ski racing returns to Reno/Tahoe for the first time since 2011 as the University of Nevada hosts the Nevada Invitational at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Featuring top collegiate programs, international-level athletes, and a home-snow advantage for the Wolf Pack, the “Biggest Little Ski Race” promises four days of elite competition and community celebration.

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Race-day readiness goes beyond training and equipment. Mental preparation completes the package—and determines how preparation shows up when pressure is highest.

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Dartmouth’s depth and Jayden Buckrell’s weekend sweep highlighted a thrilling opening to the EISA carnival season at Sugarloaf. With multiple first-time podiums, dominant performances, and tight team battles, the Colby Carnival set the tone for a highly competitive winter ahead.

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Norwegian speed stars Aleksander Aamodt Kilde and Fredrik Møller return to Kitzbühel training as they build fitness, confidence, and timing ahead of the Olympic Games.

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Kappa has unveiled the official Olympic and Paralympic uniforms that will outfit all U.S. Ski & Snowboard teams at Milano Cortina 2026.

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Julia Scheib delivered the fastest runs of the day to win the Kronplatz giant slalom. Mikaela Shiffrin charged to fourth, while Federica Brignone impressed in her return from injury.

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Sara Hector set the pace in the first run of the women’s World Cup giant slalom in Kronplatz, while Federica Brignone’s return energized the home crowd. With perfect conditions on the Erta, the opening run delivered clear separation at the top, detailed analysis of where time was gained and lost, and key USA and Canada qualifiers moving into the second run.

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The USCSA Atlantic Highlands and Eastern Conferences launched their seasons early with competitive racing, dominant team performances, and standout individual results across multiple divisions. From West Mountain to Holiday Mountain, collegiate ski racers set the tone for a highly competitive 2026 campaign.

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