Warm Weather and Softening Snow in Hafjell as Shiffrin Wins Slalom
Warm Weather and Softening Snow in Hafjell as Shiffrin Wins Slalom
US · Published Mar 25, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin wins her ninth slalom victory in Hafjell, Norway, despite warm weather and softening snow.
Shiffrin's victory extends her lead in the overall standings, with Emma Aicher close behind.
The season concludes with a giant slalom race where Shiffrin needs a top-15 finish to secure her sixth overall title.
Shiffrin triumphs in warm Hafjell conditions
Mikaela Shiffrin clinched her ninth slalom victory of the World Cup season in Hafjell, Norway, amidst unusually warm weather that softened the snow. Her impressive performance placed her 1.32 seconds ahead of Wendy Holdener, earning her 100 crucial points to solidify her lead in the overall standings. Emma Aicher's third-place finish earned her 60 points, keeping the pressure on Shiffrin as the season nears its end. The warm conditions, with temperatures reaching 44°F (7°C), created challenging conditions on the slopes, testing the athletes' adaptability and skill.
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