Summary
Mikaela Shiffrin had a challenging Olympic journey in Milano Cortina with mixed results but eventually won a gold medal in women's slalom skiing. During a post-event interview on NBC's "Today" show, she accidentally used curse words. She later explained that celebrating with drinks might have contributed to the slip-up.
Key Facts
- Mikaela Shiffrin participated in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
- She finished fourth in the women's combined skiing event and 11th in the giant slalom.
- Shiffrin won gold in the women's slalom with a score of 1:39.10.
- Her slalom win made her the most decorated women's alpine skier in Olympic history.
- During a live interview on "Today," Shiffrin used several curse words unintentionally.
- She mentioned that drinks and celebrations contributed to the on-air mistake.
- Shiffrin joked that swearing might help people live longer, referencing something she read.
