Shiffrin Sweeps Events in Semmering for 80th World Cup Win

Mikaela Shiffrin of the United States celebrates on the podium after winning the overall Globe trophy during the Alpine Skiing - FIS Alpine Ski World Cup event in Meribel, France, on March 20, 2022. Denis Balibouse/Reuters

American Mikaela Shiffrin continued her sprint towards the history books on Thursday by claiming the slalom to complete a treble in Semmering, Austria and move within two wins of compatriot Lindsey Vonn’s women’s World Cup record.

Shiffrin finished 0.29 seconds ahead of fellow American Paula Moltzan to collect her 80th World Cup win in 1:43.26. Lena Duerr of Germany finished third in 1:43.60.