Continuing her majestic form, Mikaela Shiffrin stands tall in the overall ratings this season. However, the alpine skiing legend might not have a journey as icing on the cake in the near future. The nearest contender, Petra Vlohva, has been in the top position lately. The point of difference between these two legends remains 30.
Petra Vlohva bettered in the Austrian Giant Slalom by finishing in the third position. Mikaela Shiffrin has had to be satisfied with the sixth position. So, on the eve of the FIS Ski World Cup, the reigning giant slalom champion has made a post directed to her fans out there.?
Mikaela Shiffrin sends out a message to her fans
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Before making an entrance into the Killington Cup, Mikaela Shiffrin has taken to her X handle to address her fans. The reigning champion has urged her fans to attend the game. Being a people’s champion, she has added, “Guys – please CHEER LOUD (and for everyone) like you always do so well!! We want to hear you from the start?.?
? Love racing on home turf at the @Stifel Killington Cup. Bib 3 in tomorrow?s GS! Guys – please CHEER LOUD (and for everyone) like you always do so well!! We want to hear you from the start??? #stifelusskiteam@usskiteam pic.twitter.com/CI7x6WDpTS
? Mikaela Shiffrin (@MikaelaShiffrin) November 25, 2023
As far as Mikaela Shiffrin’s records are concerned, the two-time Olympic gold medalist has entered the Women’s FIS Ski World Cup as a favorite. She has clinched the Killington Cup slaloms five times so far. However, the recent off-form might have tickled her to a point.?
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Mikaela Shiffrin’s camaraderie with her fans
Mikaela Shiffrin’s tweet may pose as a war cry to her fans, but the legendary alpine skier has received some of the best gifts from her fans. One such came from the FMCG company, Barilla. The brand has been sharing the partnership with Mikaela for the last 12 years. At the onset of her 87th World Cup victory, the brand couldn’t let go of the chance. They unveiled a special edition of their product, a pasta recipe to commemorate the occasion.?
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The 28-year-old skiing legend also received some personalized friendship bands from her fans. The joyful moment unraveled with a special charm when Mikaela Shiffrin mixed with her fans without caring about any barrier.?So, on the eve of the North American leg of the World Cup, Mikaela Shiffrin would definitely ask for a cheer from her home fans.?
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