A season of highs and lows, successes, failures, and records culminated at the dual moguls event at World Championships when Jaelin Kauf and Tess Johnson defied the odds to finish first and second overall. This is the first time the U.S. has ever gone one-two at World Championships in dual moguls.  

“It feels incredible, especially after singles - a little bit of redemption out here for duals, and it’s been an awesome day skiing against some really strong women and against Tess,” said Kauf. “I was really hoping for a sweep there with Kylie, but our whole team is crushing it, and it’s super awesome to get two of us on the podium today.”  

An overnight freeze and cloudy conditions made for a moguls skier’s nightmare: hard, frozen bumps. The first few rounds of the qualification round were dicey as spectators watched at least one athlete ski out in almost every dual. Despite a few bobbles, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes took their qualification duals in stride, and seven advanced into the finals round of 16. 

In the 1/8th final, Kylie Kariotis took out 2025 moguls World Championship bronze medalist Maia Schwinghammer (CAN), in what would turn out to be the first of a string of incredible duals from the rookie. Kasey Hogg prevailed against Hinako Tomitaka (JPN). All four U.S. women advanced to the quarter-finals along with Charlie Mickel, who won his dual against Rasmus Stegfeldt of Sweden. Nick Page finished the day 14th and Dylan Walczyk in 16th. 

The women’s dual placement couldn’t have been better for the U.S., as no U.S. women would have to go head-to-head until the semi-finals. Jaelin Kauf, Kariotis, and Johnson advanced into the semifinals, meaning they would all have the chance to battle it out for a medal. In the quarter-finals, Johnson took on multi-time World Champion Perrine Laffont from France and, with an exciting outcome, won the dual by one point to advance to the semifinals. Hogg finished the day sixth, tying her dual moguls personal best. Mickel landed in seventh. 

“Perrine Laffont is the World Champion, she just won two days ago so when I was able to beat her just by one point I knew that I could win gold if I wanted,” said Johnson. “I’m just really proud of how I skied today it’s been an incredible season and to end it with a silver at World Champs is kind of a dream come true.”

In semifinal one, Kauf and Kariotis battled it out, and Kauf was untouchable, winning the dual 23 to 12, sending her to the big final and Kariotis to the small final. Johnson went up against Anastassiya Gorodko of Kazakhstan, who has been on fire all season. Despite her success, Johnson was cleaner and quicker through the bumps, putting herself into gold/silver medal contention. 

In the small final, Kariotis met Gorodko in only her second small final appearance of her career. Kariotis kept things close, but ultimately, Gorodko prevailed, and Kariotis finished fourth. 

All eyes and ears in the vicinity of the course were turned to the bumps for the women’s big final, where Johnson and Kauf were set to battle it out for the gold medal. Despite a few mistakes across both athletes, Kauf turned on the gas in the mid-section of the course. Her speed, along with jumps, made her untouchable throughout the day, and the big final was no exception. Kauf took the gold medal alongside teammate Johnson with the silver, the best World Championship result for both athletes. These results mark the best finish for the U.S. in World Championship dual moguls history. 

“Kylie was so close to that bronze medal, and I know it’s coming for her; she is an incredible skier, and she has had an amazing season. We really wanted it [a podium sweep] today, but I know that it is going to come eventually, and I am just really proud of our entire team, the men included, our staff included; it’s been one heck of a season,” said Johnson. When asked what the secret is to the team’s success, she said, “working hard and having fun.” 

As the men finished their final round, Kauf was given the coveted gold '2025 World Champion' bib to wear for the award ceremony, and the crowd roared. Kauf and Johnson went around the spectator area, giving hugs to the many friends and family who had come all the way to Switzerland to support them, and everyone could feel that dreams had come true that day. 

RESULTS
Women
Men

SILVAPLANA, CE (March 21, 2025) 16-year-old Ollie Martin stepped up under pressure in the first event of the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships slopestyle final to earn a bronze medal - this is Martin’s first career World Championships appearance and first medal  

Originally set for Sunday, Mar. 23, finals were rescheduled for Friday, Mar. 21 to take advantage of the weather window. Martin was joined by two Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team teammates in finals, 2023 FIS slopestyle Crystal Globe winner Dusty Henricksen and 2018 Olympic slopestyle champion Red Gerard, each bringing their own unique style and steeze to the Silvaplana course.

Gerard was first to drop for the Americans and had a solid start to his run before an uncharacteristic mistake on his front double 10 on the transition feature, which ultimately denied him the full pull. Although a low score was given, Gerard stood in podium position for the majority of the first run, as rider after rider fell victim to the flat light conditions that plagued the World Championship final. Despite a laced second run, Gerard’s run cumulative two score’s of 74.61 was unable to crack the top three and earned him fifth on the day.

With a gold chain around his neck and rocking his signature stache, Henricksen dropped into the picturesque Silvaplana slopestyle course and earned the first full pull of the morning. Complete with a flawless 50-50 frontside 270 boardslide & massive switch backside rodeo stalefish in transition, Henricksen sat in third place heading into run two. A fall on the first jump of his third run ultimately took Henricksen out of medal contention but the “sleepy style” rider put on a show for the European fans lining the course, proving why he’s one of the most stylish riders in the world, and ultimately took seventh place overall.

With both American veterans out of the top three, the 16-year-old rookie was the last hope for the American’s to secure a World Championships slopestyle podium. Stoic as ever, Martin locked in and delivered the run of his life, switching up his final two tricks last minute after watching his fellow competitors level up. Martin upgraded his back-16 to a back-18 on the third jump and opted for a double crippler on the sharkfin over a cab double nine. The judges awarded his versatility with a score of 78.98, earning the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team rookie the 2025 Snowboard World Championships slopestyle bronze.

“Switching things up last minute made things super stressful,” said Martin, visibly realized after the contest was over. “I didn’t feel confident the run I had planned would give me a good enough shot at the podium so I talked with my coaches and decided to change it up. I’m so glad I did and just relieved I was able to put it down. Really happy to have pushed through the stress and have used it to my advantage.”

Spot owned.

Martin’s third place finish marks the second consecutive World Championships slopestyle bronze for the United States, with Olympian Chris Corning taking the chocolate medal in 2023.

The slopestyle team will be lucky to squeeze in a nap over the next few days as big air training at the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships begins tomorrow, Saturday Mar. 22. Snowboard big air qualifications are scheduled for Mar. 24-25 with finals on deck for Thursday, Mar. 27.

RESULTS
Women
Men

J.Crew is now the official lifestyle-apparel partner for U.S. Ski & Snowboard, collaborating on exclusive product collections, campaigns featuring elite American athletes and initiatives to support the broader ski community

NEW YORK – March 20, 2025 – J.Crew and U.S. Ski & Snowboard announce a milestone three-year partnership, making J.Crew the organization’s official lifestyle-apparel partner. This first-of-its-kind collaboration unites J.Crew’s rich sartorial connection to the après-ski lifestyle with U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s mission to elevate its athletes, inspire the nation and strive for excellence on the world stage. U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the nonprofit Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body for skiing and snowboarding, which oversees 10 national teams. 

This partnership marks J.Crew’s longest to date, showcasing the connection between sports and leisure—a theme woven throughout the brand’s decades-long history of lifestyle storytelling. J.Crew will have a presence across a wide range of U.S. Ski & Snowboard sports, including alpine, cross country, freeskiing, snowboarding, Para alpine, Para snowboarding and more.

“J.Crew has a long-standing connection to alpine culture, and we are thrilled to build on that legacy through our partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard,” said Libby Wadle, CEO of J.Crew Group. “With competitive snow sports continuing to grow in the American consciousness, we are proud to celebrate and share the inspiring stories of its athletes—both on and off the mountain—as they prepare for the Olympics next year. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for J.Crew, and we look forward to bringing it to life.”

The product collections will feature signature J.Crew categories reimagined through an aspirational ski lens. Inspired by vintage ski logos and archival Olympic patches, these exclusive winter collections will feature sweaters, loungewear and cold-weather accessories for women, men and kids.

“This marks an exciting expansion into the fashion and style space for U.S. Ski & Snowboard. We’re thrilled to partner with J.Crew, an iconic American brand that embodies timeless style and adventure,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “This collaboration celebrates the spirit of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, blending sports lifestyle and fashion in a way that will inspire athletes and fans alike.”  

“The opportunity to partner with U.S. Ski & Snowboard is a significant milestone for J.Crew, showcasing our strength and commitment to building a lasting presence in sports,” said J.Crew Group Chairman Kevin Ulrich. “This collaboration deepens our connection to a community that shares our passion for style and storytelling while solidifying our ties to sport and the great outdoors.”

J.Crew will kick off its partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard on March 25th at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho, debuting its first on-the-ground experiences to celebrate the ski community and partnership.

About J.Crew Group
J.Crew Group is an internationally recognized omnichannel retailer and family of legacy American brands;  J.Crew, J.Crew Factory and Madewell. Famous for building iconic, beloved brands,  J.Crew Group is the ultimate destination for personal style that is timeless, classic and high quality. As of March 1st, 2025, the Company operates 110 J.Crew retail stores, 154 Madewell stores and 328 J.Crew Factory stores in the United States, and maintains a robust ecommerce presence. For more information, visit jcrew.com, jcrewfactory.com and madewell.com.

About U.S Ski and Snowboard 
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 250 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, snowboard, freeski, nordic combined, ski jumping, Para alpine and Para snowboard. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit usskiandsnowboard.org.

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For the first time since 2019, Julia Kern is back on the individual World Cup podium. Under the lights at the Tallinn City Sprint in Estonia, Kern powered her way to a long-awaited top-three finish. Ben Ogden was seventh, topping off a strong day for the Americans. 

The 2024-25 season has been significant for Kern, highlighted by her silver medal in the team sprint at the World Championships. But an individual podium had remained elusive—until now. With just four races left in the season, she delivered a gutsy performance on the fast-paced urban course in Tallinn. 

“A podium possibility is something I have been chasing the past five years ever since my first podium,” she said. “I never stopped believing that I had it in me, but there were definitely times when it felt far out of reach, like in Period 1 this season. Things with sprinting were really not clicking early season, which wasn’t so surprising given my injury-ridden fall. But I knew my fitness was there with strong distance races, so I worked really hard with the coaches and strength coach in the lead-up to World Champs to get my sprinting gears back.”

This result has been a long time coming for Kern, who has been chasing a return to the podium for five years. The journey hasn’t been easy, with injuries and early-season struggles testing her resilience. Period one of the season was challenging, with her sprinting not quite clicking, but she never lost belief.

Kern credited the wax technicians for their tireless support and expertise, especially given the unique conditions of the race, which featured limited course access and neutral waxing rules.

“The staff did an amazing job in ski testing and strategy today,” she said. “They were cheering so loud around the course that I had no option but to boost into another gear. I feel so grateful for their unwavering belief over the years, and especially this season where I was reminded to be patient, and that likely my form would catch up and come around at the end of the season.”

Kern had a strong season beyond sprinting, earning a career-best sixth place in the 20k skate in Falun, Sweden and finishing fifth in the individual sprint at World Championships. She and Jessie Diggins also took silver in the team sprint, marking Kern’s second career World Championships medal after their bronze in 2023. 

Other notable results of the day go to Ogden, who was seventh. Gus Schumacher, Jack Young and Sammy Smith also punched their tickets to the Tallinn City Sprint rounds and ended the day with a 16th by Schumacher, 19th by Young and Smith in 27th place. The women's podium of the day was topped by Switzerland's Nadine Faehnrich and Sweden's Maja Dahlqvist in second. For the men, Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo is back on top in first, with his teammate Harald Oestberg Amundsen in second and France's Jules Chappaz in third. 

Now, the team has made a quick turnaround to Lahti, Finland, for the final World Cup weekend of the season. Jessie Diggins enters the week with the FIS Cross Country FIS Overall Crystal Globe for the third time in her career; Diggins is the only non-European to win the Overall Crystal Globe in cross country World Cup history. 

RESULTS 
Women
Men

The 2025 FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships kicked off with the moguls competition, and Nick Page led the team all day with consistent, clean runs. He finished just off the podium in fourth place, his best World Championships result. 

The event started with qualification on Wednesday, where the format differed from the typical World Cup that the athletes are used to. All athletes took place in the first qualifying run, where the top 10 per gender automatically advanced to the finals the following day. The remaining athletes were then given a second chance to qualify, where the following top 10 athletes also advanced, creating a final of 20 athletes per gender. Jaelin Kauf led the U.S. on qualification day, taking the top spot on the women’s side, while all eight Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes advanced. Kauf, Tess Johnson, Page and Dylan Walczyk snagged their spots in the first round, allowing them to ski one less run than the rest of the field. Kylie Karitois, Kasey Hogg, Charlie Mickel and Asher Michel advanced via the second qualification run, an incredible feat for the World Championship rookies. 

The weather in Corviglia, St. Moritz, had been nothing short of incredible all week, and finals day was no exception. There wasn’t a cloud in sight as the top moguls athletes in the world looked down upon the challenging Alp Giop course. At only 215 meters long and 26 degrees gradient, the course may appear easy to spectators, but the changes in slope and top air proved difficult for many of the best. 

In the round of 20, Kauf continued to shine with her insane speed, advancing in the second spot just behind the 2023 moguls World Champion, Perrine Laffont of France. The athletes battled it out for the eight spots available in the super finals, and Page was able to snag a spot to represent the U.S. men. Johnson finished the day 12th, followed by Kariotis in 15th and Hogg in 16th. Walczyk also ended the day 12th, Mickel in 16th and Michel 20th. 

The sound of cowbells rang throughout the Tschainas finish area as the super finals began. Flags of countries around the world flew through the air as friends and family not so patiently awaited the athletes to fly down the course. Kauf dropped second to last and was soaring through the bumps. Unfortunately, the pace was too much to maintain and Kauf lost control, skiing out of her line. She finished the day eighth overall.

Page was the last U.S. athlete of the competition, and the crowd roared with excitement. His run was excellent, with consistent turns and a beautiful air package, including a cork 720 and cork 1080. Page finished just off the podium behind legends Mikael Kingsbury and Ikuma Horishima to land in fourth, his best-ever World Championships result. 

“The guys I am skiing with are so good. You have to put up your best run to compete with them, and I guess this [result] is a message to me that I need to keep working,” said Page with a smile. “I want to continue to push limits with my skiing - nothing is broken, but everything needs to get better.” 

Next up, the team has a day of training before heading into one of the most exciting events of the World Championships - dual moguls. Tune in on skiandsnowboard.live on Mar. 21 at 9:30 a.m. ET. 

RESULTS
Women
Men

On Sunday’s slalom in Hafjell, Norway - the final regular season World Cup slalom of the year, Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Ben Ritchie scored 14th place, his fourth top 15 of the season. 

“Today was a lot of fun,” said Ritchie. “I always enjoy skiing and racing in new places and this stop did not disappoint.”

It was a sunny day in Hafjell with a very strong surface for the slalom men. It proved to be a great opportunity for any skier to notch a strong race - even out of the top 30 start list. Ritchie who now solidly sits in the top 30 ran with bib 22 and skied very strong. Ritchie landed in 11th on the first run. A solid position for run two. Teammate Jett Seymour also had a strong run on the first go around that slid him into 19th place. 

On the second run there were some tricky spots on the slalom course that ended up being 'make or break' for moving up. Seymour, running first for the U.S. men was skiing in the green until he caught up at the bottom - a mistake that would cost him majorly. Seymour would end his World Cup slalom season in 27th place.

“Today was solid. It was nice to end the season with a good first run and I was glad to push the second run even with the mistakes,” said Seymour. “This season was good overall, but the consistency was missing a bit. I definitely made some big improvements in my skiing just need to dial it in every day.”

Next up was Ritchie. In order to move up on this run he had to be flawless while also pushing hard. Ritchie was skiing very strong - poised for the leaderboard until he made a small mistake that moved him down a few spots. But still a solid say in 14th place. 

“My skiing today was nothing special. Just solid skiing both runs and that was enough for a top 15. It was good to get back in the mix after two DNFs,” said Ritchie. 

The winner of the race was Swiss skier Loic Meillard in second was Norwegian Atle Lie McGrath with Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen in third. 

Ritchie will be the lone qualifier to the Stifel Sun Valley Finals for the U.S. men in slalom with the ranking of 18th. This will be his first trip to finals after a season of bests. Four top 15 finishes and two top 10s put Ritchie in a very solid position for both Sun Valley and next season. 

RESULTS
men's slalom

PARK CITY, Utah (March 17, 2025) – The Stifel U.S. Ski Team is proud to announce the 14 athletes qualified for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals March 22-27, 2025. The group of athletes have all qualified within the top 25 rank of their respective disciplines following the conclusion of the regular FIS Alpine World Cup season. 

The group consists of five men and nine women across slalom, giant slalom, super-G and downhill. Olympic silver medalist Ryan Cochran-Siegle headlines the men’s team in speed, qualifying in both super-G and downhill. On the tech side, River Radamus qualified in giant slalom while Ben Ritchie qualified for slalom – Ritchie’s first appearance at World Cup Finals and the first time the U.S. will send a man in slalom since 2022. 

The women’s speed team is highlighted by downhill world champion Breezy Johnson alongside World Championships medalist and World Cup winner Lauren Macuga. Speed star Lindsey Vonn has also qualified to finals for super-G and downhill in her comeback year from retirement. 

The women’s tech side is headlined by the winningest alpine skier of all time Mikaela Shiffrin who notched her milestone 100th World Cup win this season. Shiffrin battled injury throughout the 2024-25 season after sustaining a puncture wound from a crash in the Stifel Killington Cup giant slalom. She will be racing slalom in Sun Valley. The stacked women’s team is also highlighted by World Championships medalist Paula Moltzan who will attend for both giant slalom and slalom.

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team had a strong regular World Cup season that brought in 11 podiums and four wins across men and women. The team will look to add to those numbers in the final push of the season in front of a home crowd. 

“Skiing at home is always special, and having 14 Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes qualify for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals is a testament to their hard work and dedication this season,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard President & CEO Sophie Goldschmidt. “From Mikaela’s historic 100th win to Lindsey’s impressive comeback and several others making their mark with great performances, this team continues to inspire. We’re excited to close out the season in front of an enthusiastic home crowd and celebrate their achievements.”

2025 FIS SKI WORLD CUP FINALS TEAM
*Denotes first World Cup Finals appearance

WOMEN

Downhill

Breezy Johnson
Lauren Macuga
Lindsey Vonn
Jacqueline Wiles 

Super-G

Lauren Macuga
Lindsey Vonn

Giant Slalom

Katie Hensien*
AJ Hurt
Lauren Macuga
Paula Moltzan
Nina O’Brien

Slalom

Paula Moltzan
Mikaela Shiffrin

MEN

Downhill

Bryce Bennett
Ryan Cochran-Siegle

Super-G

Ryan Cochran-Siegle
Jared Goldberg

Giant Slalom

River Radamus

Slalom

Ben Ritchie*

Stifel Sun Valley Finals Live Coverage 
All times EST
Check local listings, subject to change.

Saturday, March 22

1:00 p.m. – men’s downhill – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock
2:30 p.m. – women’s downhill – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock

Sunday, March 23

1:00 p.m. – women’s super-G – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock
2:30 p.m. – men’s super-G – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC, CNBC/Peacock

Tuesday, March 25

11:30 a.m. – women’s GS, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
2:00 p.m. – women’s GS, second run – LIVE on USA & Outside TV

Wednesday, March 26

11:30 a.m. – men’s GS, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
2:00 p.m. – men’s GS, second run – LIVE on USA & Outside TV

Thursday, March 27

11:00 a.m. – women’s slalom, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
12:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
2:00 p.m. – women’s slalom, second run – LIVE on USA & Outside TV
3:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, second run – LIVE on Outside TV 

Saturday, March 29

2:00 p.m. – World Cup Finals recap – TAPE DELAY on NBC/Peacock

Sunday, March 30

1:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, second run, & other races – TAPE DELAY on CNBC/Peacock

The group of U.S. U16 alpine racers sent to the FESA Games posted strong results among its international competitors. The group was led by Katie Rowekamp who won two golds, one in super-G and one in giant slalom along with Charles Lemerond who won gold in slalom and bronze in giant slalom. Additional medalists included Mari Renick who won silver in super-G and Kira Hiebert who won bronze in the slalom. 

“This is a very promising group of U16 athletes, and they produced outstanding race results against top-level age group competition from across central Europe,” said Director of Alpine Development Chip Knight. “Nationally selected teams from France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Slovenia, Croatia, Spain, Andorra and the Czech Republic were all in attendance.”  

The FESA games (Federation of European Ski Associations) is an annual component of the National Development program that brings together the best U16s from around the world. This year the event was held at Les Menuires in France. The U.S. selects the best-performing U16s from the National Performance Series held at Burke Mountain in January.  Exposing the young athletes to the European racing environment is key in their development and success in alpine racing. The opportunity to race amongst their age group internationally also a huge stepping stone in their careers. 

“The FESA Games is a great event, and the French federation and Les Menuires were amazing hosts this year.  Each of the different venues – super-G, giant slalom, and slalom – provided challenging terrain and snow surfaces that pushed our athletes to raise their skill levels.  It was impressive to see them rise to the occasion.  I’m looking forward to seeing them continue to develop in the years ahead,” said Knight. 

 Current Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete River Radamus and his ARCO foundation along with World Cup Dreams Foundation generously helped fund athlete costs for the project – recognizing the importance of this series. 

On Saturday’s final giant slalom of the regular World Cup season Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete River Radamus tied his season best in seventh place.

“They have done a phenomenal job with the hill prep here, one of the best we've seen all year. It's really fun to ski and the crowd is awesome,” said Radamus.  

It was a spring-like day in Hafjell but the conditions were top notch giving all skiers ample opportunity to throw one in the mix. Radamus who had been battling a season of highs and lows came out strong to sit in seventh on run one. Radamus is also one of the few to move up from a bib outside of the top 15. However the race is two runs and it was up to Radamus to lock in and ski smart for run two. 

On the second run the conditions again were strong, however many in the first half of the field found it difficult to find the rhythm. A few skiers had major climbs, some sitting in the leaderboard for over 10 racers. Then came the top eighth. The leader changing at each racer. 

Radamus was up next and he skied effortlessly and strong. Radamus found his signature angles and found the green light. While his leaderboard moment did not last long he was able to leave the giant slalom regular season with one of his season bests. A great way to go into Sun Valley. 

“I'd like to be standing on the podium today, but I've been struggling a bit with my skiing,” said Radamus. “It's been up and down. I've had one fast run, one slow run all season long. I had two that I was pretty happy with and I still have some stuff to clean up, but I think it was a step in the right direction.” 

It was the Swiss who ended up (once again) dominating the field with a sweep of 1-2-3. Loic Meillard claimed first, Marco Odermatt second and Thomas Tumler in third. Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Bridger Gile landed just outside the top 30 flip in 34th and Patrick Kenney in 39th. 

RESULTS
men's giant slalom 

HOW TO WATCH 
4:30 a.m. ET - men’s slalom, run 1, Hafjell - skiandsnowboard.live
7:30 a.m. ET - men’s slalom, Hafjell, run 2 - skiandsnowboard.live

The legendary Holmenkollen World Cup delivered yet another day of exciting World Cup ski racing, with Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes Gus Schumacher and Jessie Diggins securing top-10 finishes in the 20k classic; Schumacher was seventh and Diggins 10th. This was the first race following the World Championships. With the season nearing its end, the Americans put together strong performances despite challenging conditions and the inevitable fatigue of a long race season.

Holmenkollen is one of the sport's most storied venues. It is typically home to the grueling 50k event, where tens of thousands of fans line the course, cheering deep into the woods for one of the most iconic races in skiing. But with this year’s 50k already contested at the World Championships, the Holmenkollen weekend featured two distance races instead—a 20k classic and a 10k skate—bringing a different energy to the event.

For Diggins, today’s race was another crucial step in her chase for the overall World Cup Crystal Globe. The Holmenkollen 20k classic marked another victory as classic skiing was a discipline she was unable to compete in earlier this season due to a foot injury. Seeing her back in the top 10 was an encouraging sign—not just for her confidence but for the team. With today’s result, she continues to lead the overall standings and heads into tomorrow’s 10k skate, her premiere event, with momentum.

"I am super proud of today," said Diggins. "It was a really great step in the right direction. My energy and body felt surprisingly okay after the 50k - of course, I don't feel as fresh as a daisy, but I am proud that I could push the entire race. I am also super proud of the wax techs. They had to predict how the kick would change when the snow broke - right around the middle of the race for me - it was getting quite a bit slower and slushier. But they could predict that, and I had a ton of kick and glide. I am incredibly grateful because it allowed me to ski with good technique and push it!"

On the men’s side, Schumacher executed a well-paced race on the demanding three-lap course, showcasing smart strategy and solid endurance from the young Alaskan. Just a week removed from an exhausting 50k at World Championships, he came into today’s event looking to rebound—and did just that. With a strong season so far, which included a recent second-place result in the Falun World Cup and a ninth-place result in the World Championships 20k skiathlon, Schumacher is becoming a podium threat in almost every race he enters and is shaking up the Scandinavian domination on the World Cup level. 

"The body feels pretty good post-world champs; I think the racing load was not crazy high - it was more emotional," said Schumacher. "I for sure am feeling tired after the 50k, but every day was feeling better than last week! I knew I was in a good spot (throughout the race), and I am proud of skiing relaxed in the early and middle parts. I focused on not getting too stressed and not getting frantic, and on the last lap, it was a bit hard, but it's super hard to nail an individual start 20k with pacing - but I am proud of how I raced it."

The ultimate winners of the day were Norwegian Martin Loewstroem Nyenget, who blasted the competition, crossing the line 51.2 seconds ahead of Sweden's William Paromaa. Simen Hegstad Krueger of Norway was third. Norwegian legend Therese Johaug took home another World Cup victory for the women, with teammate Astrid Oeyre Slind in second and Germany's Victoria Karl in third. For the U.S., Rosie Brennan was back in the top 20 in the 17th, Sydney Palmer-Leger in the 40th, and Sammy Smith in the 47th. For the men, Ben Ogden was just out of the top 30 in 33rd, Kevin Bolger in 36th, and Luke Jager in 59th. 

With Holmenkollen in the books after tomorrow, the World Cup season now heads into its final stretch with just two stops remaining: the city sprint in Tallinn, Estonia, and the World Cup Finals in Lahti, Finland. After months of racing, training, and travel—not to mention the emotional and physical toll of the World Championships—fatigue is setting in across the field. And for Diggins and Schumacher, today’s performances proved that they’re still fighting and still in the mix. With just a few races remaining, the U.S. squad will look to carry this momentum through the season's final push. 

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