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1 day ago

St. Anton, Austria, Rings Out Season With Annual "White Rush" Race - SnowBrains

The race is a 7.3-kilometer race that combines a downhill component with uphill sprints and an obstacle finish at the end, attracting 555 skiers and snowboarders.
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fromUnofficial Networks
1 day ago

Killington Is Hosting a Bell-to-Bell Vertical Challenge With $1,000 on the Line

Killington Resort is hosting the Superstar Showdown Vert Competition on May 16th to find the top skier or rider in the East.
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fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

Not All Snowmaking Is Created Equal: New Austrian Study Challenges Carbon Footprint Beliefs - SnowBrains

Snowmaking in Austria has a low carbon footprint due to a high reliance on renewable energy sources, particularly hydropower.
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fromSnowBrains
6 days ago
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The Highest-Earning Ski Racers of the 2025-26 FIS Alpine World Cup Season - SnowBrains

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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Mikaela Shiffrin ties record as she clinches her sixth overall World Cup skiing title

Mikaela Shiffrin tied the record for the most women's overall World Cup skiing titles with her sixth win this season.
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6 days ago
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The Highest-Earning Ski Racers of the 2025-26 FIS Alpine World Cup Season - SnowBrains

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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Mikaela Shiffrin on verge of overall World Cup title after record slalom win

Mikaela Shiffrin leads Emma Aicher by 85 points heading into the final race, needing a top-15 finish to secure her sixth overall World Cup title.
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

The Top 12 Alpine Racing Ski Brands in 2025-26 by FIS World Cup Points - SnowBrains

Head finished the season with 9,720 points across all disciplines, leading in Downhill, Super-G, and Slalom, while placing third in Giant Slalom. This consistency ensured a comfortable overall victory, nearly 4,000 points ahead of the next-best ski brand.
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fromSnowBrains
6 days ago

The Ski Racer Who Wasn't as Lucky as Lindsey Vonn: Matthias Lanzinger's Story - SnowBrains

Lindsey Vonn nearly lost her leg to compartment syndrome after a crash, but timely surgery saved it from amputation.
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fromSnowBrains
5 days ago

How Big are Australia's Ski Resorts? - SnowBrains

Perisher is the largest ski resort in Australia, offering more skiable area and a vast network of interconnected terrain compared to Thredbo.
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5 days ago

7 Celebrities Who Truly Love Skiing or Snowboarding - SnowBrains

David Beckham, a global icon and retired footballer, is a serious snowboarder who frequents Island Lake Lodge in British Columbia, showcasing his passion for the sport through social media.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Cortina d'Ampezzo mixes Olympic legacy with Alpine glamour

Cortina D'Ampezzo is a glamorous Alpine town known for designer shops, celebrity visitors, and a rich history in winter sports.
#alpine-skiing
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
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The Battle for the Women's FIS Alpine Overall Crystal Globe: Shiffrin vs. Aicher - SnowBrains

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1 month ago

Double-Italian Super-G Podium at Val di Fassa, Italy, as Shiffrin Firms Up Grip on Crystal Globe - SnowBrains

Elena Curtoni won the Val di Fassa Super-G, her first World Cup victory since December 2022, with Italian teammates dominating the podium while Sofia Goggia struggled and maintains a 63-point lead heading into the season finale.
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1 month ago

Slalom World Cup in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Sees Atle Lie McGrath Claim Redemption Podium After Olympic Upset - SnowBrains

Atle Lie McGrath won the men's slalom World Cup in Kranjska Gora by 0.01 seconds over Henrik Kristoffersen, with the top five racers separated by less than a tenth of a second.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mikaela Shiffrin closes on overall World Cup title after record-equaling slalom win

Mikaela Shiffrin won her eighth World Cup slalom of the season, equaling her record, while maintaining a 140-point lead over rival Emma Aicher with four events remaining before the World Cup finals.
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1 month ago
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The Battle for the Women's FIS Alpine Overall Crystal Globe: Shiffrin vs. Aicher - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Double-Italian Super-G Podium at Val di Fassa, Italy, as Shiffrin Firms Up Grip on Crystal Globe - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Slalom World Cup in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Sees Atle Lie McGrath Claim Redemption Podium After Olympic Upset - SnowBrains

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fromSnowBrains
3 weeks ago

Where to Ski in the European Alps for Easter 2026: Best Resorts by Country After Huge Late-Season Snowfall - SnowBrains

Recent snowfall across European resorts enhances Easter skiing conditions, ensuring excellent experiences for holiday-goers.
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fromSnowBrains
3 weeks ago
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2026 FWT Final at Verbier: USA's Mia Jones Wins Women's Snowboard, While Victor de Le Rue Secures Record 5th Men's Title - SnowBrains

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3 weeks ago
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All 4 Titles on the Line at Xtreme Verbier, Switzerland, as Freeride World Tour Finals Hit Their Climax - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Unprecedented Double Cancellation: Freeride World Tour Scraps Fieberbrunn Pro as Avalanche Ravages Wildseeloder Face - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Freeride World Tour Cancels Georgia Pro Stop in Austria Over Unsafe Conditions - SnowBrains

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3 weeks ago
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2026 FWT Final at Verbier: USA's Mia Jones Wins Women's Snowboard, While Victor de Le Rue Secures Record 5th Men's Title - SnowBrains

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3 weeks ago
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All 4 Titles on the Line at Xtreme Verbier, Switzerland, as Freeride World Tour Finals Hit Their Climax - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Unprecedented Double Cancellation: Freeride World Tour Scraps Fieberbrunn Pro as Avalanche Ravages Wildseeloder Face - SnowBrains

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1 month ago
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Freeride World Tour Cancels Georgia Pro Stop in Austria Over Unsafe Conditions - SnowBrains

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fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Is the Italian Alpine Town That Will Host Snowboarding and Freestyle Events in the Winter Olympics

Livigno is a high-altitude mountain town in Lombardy known for freestyle skiing, snowboarding, snow parks, Olympic events, alpine authenticity, and resort amenities.
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fromSnowBrains
3 weeks ago

Canada's Valerie Grenier Wins in Hafjell, Norway, as Shiffrin Secures 6th Overall Globe in Dramatic GS Finale - SnowBrains

Valerie Grenier won the women's World Cup Finals, with Mikaela Shiffrin securing her sixth Overall Crystal Globe despite a challenging race.
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fromESPN.com
2 months ago

2026 Winter Olympics: Live updates, best moments from Monday Milan action

U.S. athletes pursue medals Monday across women's hockey, curling, monobob, and pairs figure skating, with high-stakes semifinals and free skates.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mikaela Shiffrin extends World Cup lead with rare super-G start as Curtoni sets record

Mikaela Shiffrin extended her World Cup overall title lead to 125 points over Emma Aicher after placing 23rd in a super-G won by 35-year-old Elena Curtoni, who achieved the oldest women's super-G victory.
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fromSnowBrains
3 weeks ago

Lucas Braathen Wins in Hafjell, Norway, to Claim Giant Slalom Crystal Globe as Marco Odermatt's DNF Opens Door - SnowBrains

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won the Giant Slalom race and the season-long Crystal Globe at the World Cup Finals in Hafjell, Norway.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Emma Aicher pips Breezy Johnson at Val di Fassa to close on Vonn and Shiffrin

Aicher, the Olympic downhill silver medalist, placed second just 0.01 behind first-time winner Laura Pirovano, pushing Olympic champion Breezy Johnson down to third and reduced Vonn's lead in the downhill points race to just 14 with two races left.
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fromSnowBrains
4 weeks ago

Sofia Goggia Claims Super-G Victory and Season Title at Kvitfjell, Norway - SnowBrains

Sofia Goggia surged into the lead with a brilliant run that shaved off another 0.60 seconds from the fastest time, showcasing her dominance in Super-G.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
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Got the Winter Olympics bug? Here's how to see alpine action at Tahoe resorts

Lake Tahoe's bluebird winter days, Olympic legacy, and major ski and snowboard events create an inspiring, accessible live-sports experience for visitors.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago
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Got the Winter Olympics bug? Here's how to see alpine action at Tahoe resorts

Lake Tahoe's winter resorts host major ski and snowboard events, offering spectators Olympic-caliber competitions, vibrant atmospheres, and legacy ties to the 1960 Winter Olympics.
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fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

[VIDEO] Drunk Skier Who Downed 12 Beers and Jagermeister During World Cup Race Now Faces Deportation - SnowBrains

Gabriel Gledhill skied intoxicated, finishing 67th, while facing deportation from Norway due to insufficient income for residency permit.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Winter Olympics briefing: Swiss stranglehold on skiing shows no sign of loosening

Switzerland's men have dominated the ski slopes of Milano Cortina. Not since the super-G and the team combined were added to the Olympic programme in 1988 has one country won four of the five events a feat achieved with Loic Meillard's victory in the slalom on Monday. Only Brazil managed to stop them in these Games. Franjo von Allmen has been their undisputed star, heading home with three golds in his hand luggage.
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fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

2026 NCAA Ski Championship Showcases Incredible Performances

Starting on March 11 with the giant slalom races Montana State athlete Justine Lamontagne took the win for the women. Johs Herland from University of Utah won for the men's category, ultimately leading to an overall event win for University of Utah.
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fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Both Men's Super-G Races at France's Courchevel Canceled-Marco Odermatt Wins Crystal Globe - SnowBrains

Heavy snowfall in Courchevel forced cancellation of both scheduled men's Super-G races, with Marco Odermatt mathematically securing the season's Super-G Crystal Globe title.
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2 months ago

Composite ski race to show 0.04-second win

Breezy Johnson won the women's downhill by four hundredths of a second over Emma Aicher, illustrating razor-thin margins and the role of randomness in alpine racing.
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2 months ago

Fear and Loathing On The Freeride World Tour: The Val Thorens Pro - SnowBrains

Val Thorens is a high-altitude, manufactured ski village dominated by skiing, drinking, intense freeride competition, and a community of focused, risk-oriented athletes and revelers.
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fromUnofficial Networks
2 months ago

Watch Every Winning Run From The First Ever Freeride World Championships

Four athletes from the United States, Poland, Switzerland, and New Zealand won the inaugural Freeride World Championships in Andorra on February 3rd.
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fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

[OLYMPICS] Swiss-Italian Duel in Men's Downhill on Bormio's Stelvio Slope - SnowBrains

Franjo von Allmen won gold in the men's downhill at Bormio 2026; Giovanni Franzoni took silver and Dominik Paris claimed bronze.
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2 months ago

Tignes, France, Reinforces Its Role as a Global Leader in Para Alpine Skiing - SnowBrains

Industry News is once again at the center of the para alpine skiing world this week as it hosts the FIS Para Alpine Skiing World Cup from February 2-6, welcoming many of the sport's top athletes to the French Alps. The event serves as a critical competitive checkpoint on the road to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games and shows Tignes' decades-long commitment to inclusive winter sport.
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1 month ago

[OLYMPICS] USA Defends Mixed Team Aerials Title at Livigno, Italy - SnowBrains

Team USA won gold in Mixed Team Aerials at the 2026 Winter Olympics, defending the Beijing 2022 title with a combined 325.35 points.
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2 months ago

[OLYMPICS] "La Tigre" Federica Brignone Roars to a Dominant Victory in Women's Super-G - SnowBrains

After the men in Bormio had raced the Super-G under sunshine, the women faced fog and steady snowfall on the Tofane in Cortina. But just like the men, the Super-G was everything one could hope for in ski racing: drama, excitement, and an underdog taking the win. Italy's Federica Brignone, who had not raced a single Super-G in the 2025-26 World Cup season due to niggling pain from her leg fracture at the end of last season, took the victory by nearly half a second.
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fromUnofficial Networks
2 months ago

The Real Differences Between An Intermediate And Expert Skier

Progression requires shifting from unified upper-lower movement to upper-lower separation, focused lower-body edge control, earlier edge engagement, and targeted drills to achieve dynamic, high-edge skiing.
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2 months ago

Mia Jones Wins Inaugural FIS Freeride World Championships in Andorra with Americans on All Podiums - SnowBrains

The first ever FIS Freeride World Championships went off yesterday, squeezing almost all of the competitors into a tight weather window on the Basser Negre face at Ordino Arcalis in Andorra. More than a couple of feet of new snow led to a significant weather delay at the start of the event, and hid many of the smaller rocks throughout the steep, technical face, which would plague competitors for most of the event.
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fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Weather Delay and 2/3 Rule Spark Backlash After Women's Ski Final at FIS Freeride World Championships - SnowBrains

Zuzanna Witych was declared the first FIS Freeride World Champion after the women's ski competition was halted and validated under the 2/3 rule.
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2 months ago

[OLYMPICS] Swiss Skier Mathilde Gremaud Defends Olympic Slopestyle Title in Thriller Against Eileen Gu - SnowBrains

Mathilde Gremaud defended the Olympic women's ski slopestyle title, narrowly defeating Eileen Gu by 0.38 points to win her second Olympic gold.
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2 months ago

2 Weeks Until the 2026 Winter GamesA Sneak Peek at the Alpine & Freestyle Skiing Highlights

With only 14 days until the XXV Olympic Winter Games commence on February 6 it is time to start looking at the highlights of the Olympic calendar. There will be a total of 116 medal events at the Milano-Cortina Winter Games. We have highlighted some of the favorite events for the two weeks, with a focus on Alpine and Freestyle skiing events. We will highlight Snowboard and Nordic events in a separate post to keep it visually digestible for readersa LOT is going on!
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fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

[OLYMPICS] Team USA Announces Women's Combined Teams - SnowBrains

Team USA named four alpine combined teams combining downhill speed skiers with slalom tech skiers, led by Breezy Johnson and Mikaela Shiffrin as favorites.
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2 months ago

Matterhorn Paradise, Switzerland/Italy, Report: Crossing Countries on Skis-A Full Day Linking Zermatt and Cervinia - SnowBrains

Gornergrat Bahn delivers seamless rail-to-ski access to uncrowded Matterhorn Paradise, with pristine groomers, dramatic views, and efficient, lift-free skiing.
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