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Mikaela Shiffrin enters the Olympic slalom as the gold favorite after a strong showing in the giant slalom. Despite doubts about her potential to medal, the 30-year-old former Olympic champion finishes 11th on Sunday, a significant achievement following her recovery from a severe injury. Shiffrin, who struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder after a crash in 2024, transforms nervous energy into intensity during her runs. "To be here now, just in touch with the fastest women, that's huge for me," she states. The Olympic stage brings immense pressure, especially after a disappointing 15th place in the team combined slalom. However, Shiffrin remains focused on the positives and aims to channel her resilience into the upcoming slalom event. Her journey back to form is nothing short of inspiring, and she’s ready to compete for Olympic gold once again.
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