›Mikaela Shiffrin, the 30-year-old skier from Edwards, Colorado, won the gold medal in the slalom event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The detailsDespite the pressure and public questioning of her abilities, Shiffrin delivered a masterful performance in the slalom event. Mikaela Shiffrin won the gold medal in the slalom event on February 18, 2026. The players Mikaela Shiffrin A 30-year-old alpine skier from Edwards, Colorado, and the winningest alpine skier ever. Eileen Shiffrin Mikaela Shiffrin's mother and original coach.

Source: Wall Street Journal February 21, 2026 20:53 UTC