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Alpine Skiing Highlights: Champions, Candidacies, and Classroom Comebacks

Ossie Khan

19th June 2024 < 1 min read

The alpine skiing community has recently experienced a flurry of exciting events and noteworthy achievements. From championship candidacies to educational endeavors, here are some of the highlights.

 

Val Gardena Team in Reykjavik

 

Italian skiing stars Alex Vinatzer and Nicole Delago recently traveled to Reykjavik to support the 2029 Val Gardena World Championships candidacy. Their presence added significant weight to the Val Gardena team, which has been garnering attention and praise following their victorious campaign for the 2031 World Championships.

 

Mikaela Shiffrin Returns to Harvard

 

Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier of her generation, returned to Harvard to reconnect with the academic community. Known for her excellence both on and off the slopes, Shiffrin was thrilled to be back in a classroom for the first time in over 10 years. She shared her enthusiasm, stating, “I really did not anticipate my return to studying to be this incredible. 13-14 hour days in discussions and every single second was so engaging! Learning from the best in the business throughout the world of entertainment, media, and sports—and sometimes even raising my own hand during discussions—is something I will not soon forget.”

 

Federica Brignone at the Europe Conference

 

At the Europe Conference 2024, Italian ski champion Federica Brignone shared her journey to becoming an elite athlete, emphasizing the critical support from her team. She highlighted her focus on living in the ‘here and now,’ which aids her focus, resilience, and continual self-improvement. Additionally, Brignone discussed her commitment to environmental sustainability, underscoring her project aimed at raising awareness about issues like melting glaciers and water pollution. Her dedication to preserving the natural spaces essential to skiing is truly commendable.

 

Source: https://www.fis-ski.com/alpine-skiing/news/2024-25/a-vibrant-few-weeks-in-the-world-of-alpine-skiing

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