UPDATE: In a stunning upset, Cammile Rast has just ended Mikaela Shiffrin’s six-race slalom winning streak, clinching back-to-back victories at the World Cup in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia on January 4, 2026. Rast’s remarkable two-run time of 1 minute, 40.20 seconds surpassed Shiffrin by a mere 14 hundredths of a second, marking a significant moment in the lead-up to the 2026 Olympic Games.
Rast’s win not only showcases her as a formidable rival to Shiffrin but also highlights the intense competition in women’s slalom this season. Despite the absence of Olympic silver medalist Katharina Liensberger, who is sidelined with a season-ending MCL injury, and defending champion Petra Vlhova, still recovering from a serious knee injury, Rast’s performance signals a pivotal shift in the competitive landscape.
“I gave everything I had this weekend,” Rast declared after her victory. “Double on the same weekend is quite amazing. I’m so happy. The slope, wow, was amazing. The preparation was top.”
Shiffrin, who had previously dominated the season with six consecutive wins, expressed pride in her skiing despite the loss. “I pushed so hard, especially on the second run,” she stated. “Camille had beautiful skiing — both runs, she was just outstanding.”
The competition was fierce throughout the weekend. In the first run, Rast edged out Shiffrin, who had been on a remarkable winning streak, including five victories to kickstart the Olympic season. With Rast’s latest win, she now sits second in the overall standings, clearly establishing herself as a key contender moving forward.
The slalom race featured unexpected challenges, with several top contenders failing to finish. Defending champion Zrinka Ljutic faced her fourth DNF this season, while Lara Colturi fell during her run. Observing the fierce competition, Shiffrin remarked, “It’s been really impressive to see the women coming down… they are finding speed and time somewhere in the course that I can’t imagine where.”
As the World Cup circuit progresses, the next major event is a super-G and downhill in Zauchensee, followed by a highly anticipated night race slalom on January 13, 2026, in Flachau, where Shiffrin has previously claimed five victories. However, Rast’s recent triumph indicates that she is a force to be reckoned with, having won at Flachau last year.
The stakes are higher than ever as the women’s alpine skiing season heats up, and fans are eager to witness the ongoing rivalry between Rast and Shiffrin. Stay tuned for more updates as the thrilling season continues to unfold.
