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Lindsey Vonn to resume her comeback in St. Anton in January after St. Moritz race canceled

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland — Lindsey Vonn lost a chance to improve her ranking when the second race of her World Cup skiing comeback at age 40 was canceled on Sunday due to strong winds and poor visibility. “It took her 20 seconds to get back into it, and then she was fine,” said Chris Knight, Vonn’s personal coach. “What we’re …

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Odermatt finally wins in Gardena as he dominates a World Cup downhill

Associated Press

SELVA DI VAL GARDENA, Italy — Marco Odermatt finally conquered the Saslong and the Swiss standout did it in style. Odermatt put down what he called “one of my best” downhill runs on Saturday to win a World Cup race in Val Gardena as the three-time overall World Cup champion looked like back to his imperious best. It was Odermatt’s …

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Lindsey Vonn takes a low-risk approach and places 14th in her return to World Cup skiing at age 40

Associated Press

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland — Lindsey Vonn was not about to put everything on the line in her first World Cup race back after more than five years of retirement. Now I just need my top section to be a little faster and I’ll be in really good shape,” said Vonn, who is planning to race another super-G in St. Moritz …

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Lindsey Vonn’s coach suggests she’ll be competitive in her return to World Cup skiing at age 40

Associated Press

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland — How fast can she go on her titanium knee? Those are the big questions surrounding Lindsey Vonn’s comeback to World Cup ski racing this weekend at age 40 after nearly six years of retirement. “It’s a question that’s been going through my head a lot over the last week,” said Chris Knight, Vonn’s personal coach. Knight …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Lindsey Vonn to make World Cup skiing return in St. Moritz

CNN

CNN — Skiing great Lindsey Vonn has announced that she will make her World Cup return at St Moritz, Switzerland next weekend. My body is finally put back together and I hear St Moritz is pretty nice this time of year.” Vonn announced her retirement from competitive skiing in 2019 after 18 years on the World Cup circuit. I’m getting …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Skier/snowboarder Ester Ledecka has 2 Olympic races on same day in 2026, hoping for schedule change

Associated Press

BEAVER CREEK, Colo. — As the situation stands, snowboarder/ski racer Ester Ledecka has two Olympic races on the same day in 2026, at nearly the same time and in Italian mountain towns hours apart. “It’s like someone has broken your dream,” the 29-year-old Ledecka said after a training run in Beaver Creek as she prepares for a World Cup downhill …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Olympic slalom champion Petra Vlhova has a setback in return from knee surgery

Associated Press

Olympic slalom champion Petra Vlhova has had a setback in her planned return from knee surgery. “Petra is still experiencing discomfort in her knee, which is incompatible with full skiing load,” a statement from Vlhova’s team said Thursday. “Comprehensive examinations revealed cartilage damage, which requires further specialized care.” Vlhova’s coach, Mauro Pini, added: “Not everything is going as planned, and …

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1 week, 4 days ago

The innovative, green future of skiing

BBC

The innovative, green future of skiing Tremblant As ski resorts around the world grapple with the effects of climate change, dry slope skiing may be the green answer to the sport's future. Alamy Some 10,000 skiers now "dry slope" ski on Copenhagen's former incineration plant every year As a lifelong downhill skier, I was intrigued. "I got an email from …

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2 weeks ago

Brazilian Skier Celebrates World Cup Success With Snow Samba

Huff Post

WCup Mens Giant Slalom Skiing via Associated Press It’s not just soccer anymore. Lucas Pinheiro Braathen became the first Brazilian skier to finish on a World Cup podium when he placed second in a giant slalom in Beaver Creek, Colorado, on Sunday. “It’s such a privilege to be able to be the first one to bring the Brazilian flag — …

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2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit

Hindustan Times

Several regions across Himachal Pradesh witnessed the season's first snowfall on Sunday. If you love the cold or just want to witness snowfall or the majestic mountains covered in snow, this is the time to plan your winter wonderland trip to Himachal. Shimla to Spiti Valley; top 5 places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. Shimla The capital of Himachal Pradesh, …

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2 weeks ago

Pinheiro Braathen performs snow samba to celebrate Brazil’s first podium in a World Cup ski race

Associated Press

It’s not just soccer anymore. Lucas Pinheiro Braathen became the first Brazilian skier to finish on a World Cup podium when he placed second in a giant slalom in Beaver Creek, Colorado, on Sunday. “It’s such a privilege to be able to be the first one to bring the Brazilian flag — something that I’m so proud of — up …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

New ski resort sees more people sliding into winter sports

China Daily

Visitors to the Shanghai L+Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort, the world's largest indoor skiing resort. The hotel, a new property under InterContinental Hotels Group, is situated within Snow World of the Shanghai L+Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort, the world's largest real-snow indoor skiing facility certified by Guinness World Records. "Residents of Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta are passionate about …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shanghai Snow World Hotel opens

China Daily

The Vignette Collection Shanghai Snow World Hotel is opened on Nov 29 at the Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort. A hotel featuring 17 pioneering ski-in/ski-out suites, enabling guests to step directly onto the snow and access the ski slopes, officially opened at the Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort on Friday. As the new property under the …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shanghai Snow World Hotel opens

China Daily

The Vignette Collection Shanghai Snow World Hotel is opened on Nov 29 at the Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort. A hotel featuring 17 pioneering ski-in/ski-out suites, enabling guests to step directly onto the snow and access the ski slopes, officially opened at the Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort on Friday. As the new property under the …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

8 Best Ski Helmets Editor Tested and Reviewed (2024)

Wired

Safety Certifications Only choose helmets that meet safety standards such as ASTM F2040, CE EN 1077, or Snell RS-98. If you have a smaller head, avoid oversize goggles, even if they look cool, as the helmet may well push down on the goggles, making it uncomfortable on your nose. Ventilation One thing first-time wearers notice is how comfortably warm helmets …

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1 month ago

Five of the most unusual places to go skiing this winter

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Pre-Christmas is the best time to book a ski break “With last year’s cost-of-living crisis fading, this year has seen …

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1 month ago

Olympic ski champion Noel wins season’s 1st World Cup slalom; Hirscher fails to qualify for 2nd run

Associated Press

LEVI, Finland — Olympic champion Clement Noel dominated the first men’s World Cup slalom of the season on Sunday for his first victory in 22 months. Record eight-time overall champion Marcel Hirscher, a three-time winner in Levi, failed to qualify for the second run in his first slalom since coming out of retirement after five years. So, I just tried …

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1 month ago

One in TEN go on ski holidays without insurance - but the average injury costs a small fortune

Daily Mail

One in 10 winter holidaymakers goes overseas without insurance - despite the average sports injury costing £2,190 in medical care. Aviva travel claims expert Suzzane Caine said: 'Winter sports holidays and the après-ski scene can be quite the trip, but they often come with more risks compared to your typical beach getaway. Getting the right winter travel insurance If your …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Lindsey Vonn has broken bones and broken records... now, at 40, the skiing legend is chasing more Olympic glory

Daily Mail

Back on August 27, 2022, Lindsey Vonn reached out and took the hand of her mother, Linda Krohn. US skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is making a stunning return - five years after retiring The Olympic champion, who previously dated Tiger Woods, is eyeing a fifth Winter Games 'I always feel I have a responsibility to myself and to her to …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is ending her retirement at age 40 to make a skiing comeback

Associated Press

PARK CITY, Utah — Lindsey Vonn is coming out of retirement to rejoin the U.S. Before eclipsing Vonn’s total, Shiffrin said: “I don’t know if I could fill Lindsey’s shoes, the way that she has worn them.” Vonn’s last competition came in February 2019, after she dealt with a long series of injuries throughout her career. Ski & Snowboard president …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Lindsey Vonn announces a comeback at 40, saying she's ready to race

NPR

Lindsey Vonn announces a comeback at 40, saying she's ready to race toggle caption Elsa/Getty Images Lindsey Vonn got a new knee earlier this year — and now she wants to test herself at the highest levels, announcing that she is training to return to competitive alpine skiing. News of Vonn's comeback bid comes 20 years after she won her …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Olympic ski champion Lindsey Vonn comes out of retirement before 2026 games

Al Jazeera

The 40-year-old returns from a five-year hiatus and is rejoining the USA Alpine skiing team before the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Alpine skiing star Lindsey Vonn is coming out of retirement to rejoin the United States Ski Team, intending to race again at age 40 – and six years after her last Olympics. US Ski & Snowboard President and CEO …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Chongli ski resorts open for new season

China Daily

Ski enthusiasts are starting to head to Chongli district in Zhangjiakou, Hebei province, as ski resorts have begun opening, offering ideal settings for skiers to indulge in their long-held passion. "I've been waiting here for the resorts to open because I'm very excited to start skiing in the new snow season," said Li Fushan, an avid skier from Zhejiang province. …

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1 month, 1 week ago

High performance training for para-athletes set to open in Leh

India Today

The world’s first high-altitude Para Sports Centre is set to be established in Leh, Ladakh, with a focus on training para-athletes for international competitions, including the 2028 Paralympics. This landmark initiative, a collaboration between the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, and the Aditya Mehta Foundation, aims to provide world-class facilities and specialised training in a unique high-altitude environment. With …

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Lindsey Vonn to resume her comeback in St. Anton in January after St. Moritz race canceled

Odermatt finally wins in Gardena as he dominates a World Cup downhill

Lindsey Vonn takes a low-risk approach and places 14th in her return to World Cup skiing at age 40

Lindsey Vonn’s coach suggests she’ll be competitive in her return to World Cup skiing at age 40

Lindsey Vonn to make World Cup skiing return in St. Moritz

Skier/snowboarder Ester Ledecka has 2 Olympic races on same day in 2026, hoping for schedule change

Olympic slalom champion Petra Vlhova has a setback in return from knee surgery

The innovative, green future of skiing

Brazilian Skier Celebrates World Cup Success With Snow Samba

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit

Pinheiro Braathen performs snow samba to celebrate Brazil’s first podium in a World Cup ski race

New ski resort sees more people sliding into winter sports

Shanghai Snow World Hotel opens

Shanghai Snow World Hotel opens

8 Best Ski Helmets Editor Tested and Reviewed (2024)

Five of the most unusual places to go skiing this winter

Olympic ski champion Noel wins season’s 1st World Cup slalom; Hirscher fails to qualify for 2nd run

One in TEN go on ski holidays without insurance - but the average injury costs a small fortune

Lindsey Vonn has broken bones and broken records... now, at 40, the skiing legend is chasing more Olympic glory

Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is ending her retirement at age 40 to make a skiing comeback

Lindsey Vonn announces a comeback at 40, saying she's ready to race

Olympic ski champion Lindsey Vonn comes out of retirement before 2026 games

Chongli ski resorts open for new season

High performance training for para-athletes set to open in Leh