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Mikaela Shiffrin's Bid For 100Th World Cup Victory Derailed

United States' Mikaela Shiffrin reacts at the finish area of an alpine ski World Cup women's slalom race, in Levi, Finland, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.

29-year-old American alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin faced a setback in her quest for her 100th World Cup race win during the Stifel Killington Cup in Vermont. Shiffrin, already the most successful alpine skier in history, crashed out of the giant slalom event after leading the first run. The accident occurred during her second attempt when she slipped and collided with the security fence on the slope.

Following the crash, Shiffrin was evaluated for injuries and was seen to have suffered an abrasion. Fortunately, all scans showed no serious damage, and she expressed gratitude for the support received. Despite having another opportunity in the slalom event, Shiffrin decided not to participate, opting to cheer on her teammates instead.

Overcoming Adversity

Evaluated for injuries, Shiffrin suffered abrasion but no serious damage.
Shiffrin crashed out of giant slalom event after leading first run.
Opted out of slalom event to support teammates after crash.

Shiffrin's journey to her 100th victory has been marked by challenges, including a high-speed crash in Italy earlier this year that resulted in a six-week hiatus due to knee ligament sprains. Her partner, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, also faced a serious skiing accident, further testing their resilience.

While Kilde continues his recovery process, Shiffrin remains focused on her upcoming races, with her next chance to make history set at Beaver Creek, Colorado. The opportunity to achieve this milestone in front of a home crowd adds a layer of significance to her pursuit, as Shiffrin aims to deliver a stellar performance regardless of the outcome.

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