UPDATE: Mikaela Shiffrin has just secured her 104th World Cup victory at Copper Mountain, thrilling a crowd of 11,000 fans on November 30, 2025. The home-state hero showcased her prowess in a dramatic slalom race, posting the fastest times in both runs and clinching victory by a remarkable 1.23 seconds.
Shiffrin, battling fatigue from jet lag and a challenging giant slalom the previous day, delivered a stunning performance that left the crowd roaring. “The crowd completely carried me down the hill,” she said, emphasizing the electric atmosphere that propelled her performance. “The louder they were, the harder I pushed.”
The excitement was palpable as hundreds of young girls cheered for the skiing icon, creating an inspiring scene at the race. Shiffrin, who holds the record for the most World Cup wins and slalom victories, remains focused on her goals despite the pressure. “You know it’s going to be terrible,” she reflected on the challenge, likening it to a grueling workout. “You have to do it anyway.”
At just 30, Shiffrin continues to chase excellence, with her mother and coach, Eileen, noting her unyielding motivation. “It’s her baseline to ski the best she can,” Eileen stated. Shiffrin burst onto the scene as a world slalom champion in 2013 and became the youngest Olympic slalom champion in 2014, setting high expectations for herself ever since.
“I am so obsessed with the feeling I get between the start and the finish when it’s good,” Shiffrin said. “It’s such a beautiful feeling.” As she celebrates this latest victory, she also has her sights set on improving her giant slalom performance, especially with the Olympic Games looming on February 15, 2026.
After facing a severe setback last year—a crash that resulted in a puncture wound and sidelined her for two months—Shiffrin’s return to form is both triumphant and symbolic. “We’re walking away from the U.S weekend, and I do not have a puncture wound,” she joked, contrasting this year’s success with last year’s challenges.
With this win, Shiffrin has officially qualified for her fourth Olympic appearance, marking a significant milestone in her illustrious career. “When I can say I’ve qualified, that’s a huge step,” she shared, highlighting the importance of celebrating such achievements.
As the skiing community rallies behind her, Shiffrin’s journey continues to inspire athletes and fans alike. The anticipation builds as she prepares for the next challenge, proving once again why she is a dominant force in the world of alpine skiing.
