Mikaela Shiffrin Tops First Run of Sölden Giant Slalom to Open World Cup Season

American skier Mikaela Shiffrin achieved the fastest time in the initial run of the women's giant slalom in Sölden, Austria, marking the start of the 2026/27 Alpine Skiing World Cup season. Shiffrin recorded a time of 1:07.27, securing a 0.14-second lead over competitor Sara Hector. This performance positions her strongly for the event's final results.