Mikaela Shiffrin concluded her rollercoaster season on a high note in Sun Valley, Idaho. Winning the slalom race at the World Cup finals on Thursday marked her 101st World Cup victory, solidifying her own record. Surpassing 500 total points for the season, Shiffrin secured advantageous start positions for the upcoming year.
Crossing the finish line with a time of 1:45.92, Shiffrin triumphed over Lena Duerr of Germany by more than a second. Despite missing two months due to injury earlier in the season, she clinched fourth place in the season slalom standings, an impressive feat. Shiffrin’s dominance in slalom was evident with four wins out of six starts and a podium finish in a fifth race.
This event at the World Cup finals was Shiffrin’s sole appearance, eagerly anticipated by fans, including a group of young girls dressed as Dalmatians to celebrate her milestone win. With a flawless run, Shiffrin maintained her status as the best slalom skier, showcasing speed, precision, and unwavering focus throughout the course.
Navigating the challenging slalom course with finesse, Shiffrin’s impeccable technique and swift performance secured her victory with a commanding lead. Despite the difficult conditions in the second run, she maintained her dominance, eliciting thunderous cheers from the crowd as she crossed the finish line in triumph after enduring a tumultuous season.
