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Mikaela Shiffrin Injured In Scary Giant Slalom Crash

Mikaela Shiffrin, of the United States, crashes during the second run of a women's World Cup giant slalom skiing race, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Killington, Vt. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

During the giant slalom race at Killington Cup, Mikaela Shiffrin experienced a frightening crash resulting in a deep puncture wound on her abdomen and severe muscle trauma. Fortunately, there was no significant bone, ligament, or organ damage reported.

Shiffrin, a five-time overall World Cup champion, will be unable to participate in the upcoming slalom race due to her injuries. The U.S. Ski Team confirmed that there is currently no set timeline for her return to competitive skiing.

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