American skier Mikaela Shiffrin showcased her dominance in the Alpine Ski World Cup slalom race in Finland, setting the stage for the upcoming Olympic season. The 30-year-old outclassed her competitors, securing a commanding victory by 1.66 seconds. This triumph marked her ninth win in Levi and an impressive 102nd World Cup victory overall.
On her 19th birthday, Albanian skier Lara Colturi claimed second place, while German skier Emma Aicher clinched third, marking her first podium finish in a World Cup slalom event. Unfortunately, Canadian skiers Sarah Bennett, Kiki Alexander, Arianne Forget, Amelia Smart, and Ali Nullmeyer did not progress to the second run.
Shiffrin’s winning time of 1:48.92 solidified her standing as a force to be reckoned with in the skiing world, adding another milestone to her illustrious career.