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Mikaela Shiffrin Claims 105th Win Amid Icy Conditions

12/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Mikaela Shiffrin, the U.S. ski racer, won her fourth consecutive slalom race in Courchevel, France, on December 16, 2025.
She finished in 1:42.50, beating Swiss Camille Rast by 1.55 seconds and German Emma Aicher by 1.71 seconds, marking her 105th World Cup victory.
Icy conditions led to many DNFs among competitors, reinforcing Shiffrin's status as a favorite for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

History

Historical Context

In the 2018-2019 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season, Mikaela Shiffrin emerged as a dominant force, winning 17 races and securing her third consecutive overall title. This achievement broke the previous record of 14 wins in a season set by Vreni Schneider in 1988-89. Shiffrin's success, alongside Lindsey Vonn's retirement, marks a significant shift in women's alpine skiing as she prepares for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Story summary

Mikaela Shiffrin, the U.S. ski racer, won her fourth consecutive slalom race in Courchevel, France, on December 16, 2025.
She finished in 1:42.50, beating Swiss Camille Rast by 1.55 seconds and German Emma Aicher by 1.71 seconds, marking her 105th World Cup victory.
Icy conditions led to many DNFs among competitors, reinforcing Shiffrin's status as a favorite for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

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