Mikaela Shiffrin: American skier will return from injury at World Cup event in France

Mikaela Shiffrin will make her comeback from a two-month injury lay-off next week at a World Cup event in France, after sustaining a puncture wound and severe muscle trauma during a race in November 2024. The two-time Olympic champion, who was aiming for her 100th World Cup win before the incident, underwent surgery and a grueling rehabilitation process, but is now physically ready to return to competitive racing at the upcoming FIS Alpine Ski World Cup event in Courchevel on 30 January. Shiffrin expressed gratitude for being able to get back on snow and into the start gate, marking the next phase of her recovery journey.

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