Summary
Mikaela Shiffrin recently won a gold medal in the women's slalom event at the Milano Cortina Olympics. This victory made her the most decorated U.S. alpine skier, surpassing Lindsey Vonn. Tara Lipinski, an Olympic gold medalist and commentator, praised Shiffrin for her talent and character.
Key Facts
- Mikaela Shiffrin competed in the Milano Cortina Olympics and won gold in the women's slalom event.
- This latest win gave Shiffrin her third Olympic gold medal and fourth overall medal.
- Shiffrin's achievements make her the most decorated U.S. alpine skier, overtaking Lindsey Vonn.
- Shiffrin faced challenges in other events, finishing fourth in the women's combined and 11th in the women's giant slalom.
- Tara Lipinski, a former Olympic gold medalist, publicly praised Shiffrin for both her performance and personality.
- Shiffrin had an emotional moment during a "Today" show interview, where she apologized for using curse words.
