Mikaela Shiffrin
Alpine ski racer and Olympic gold medalist
Born
March 13th, 1995
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished alpine ski racer, this individual gained recognition in the World Cup circuit dominating the slalom and giant slalom disciplines. The career began with early competitions, quickly advancing to the World Cup stage, where numerous victories were achieved. Achievements include winning multiple World Cup championships and two Olympic gold medals in the slalom and giant slalom events at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics. The athlete also secured a record number of slalom wins in a single season, solidifying a legacy in women's alpine skiing.
Winning two Olympic gold medals (2014, 2018)
Securing multiple World Cup titles
Setting a record for slalom wins in a season
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