Federica Brignone delivered an impressive performance in the giant slalom at the 2026 Olympic Games. The Italian skier finished with a remarkable combined time of 2 minutes and 13.50 seconds, securing the gold medal.
Mikaela Shiffrin Misses Medal Again in Day 9 Giant Slalom 2026
Brignone’s exceptional run placed her well ahead of her competitors. Sweden’s Sara Hector and Norway’s Thea Louise St Jernesund both achieved silver medals, tying with the same time, demonstrating a strong finish behind Brignone.
Brignone’s Journey
This achievement marks a significant comeback for Brignone, who had surgery after a severe crash last April. In addition to her giant slalom victory, she also secured a gold in the super-G, completing a stellar Olympic performance.
American Snowboarders’ Performance
Despite her efforts, U.S. skier Mikaela Shiffrin finished outside the top 10. While she managed to be the highest-ranking American, her position falls short of medal contention. Meanwhile, Sofia Goggia, who had aspirations for a podium finish, ended the day in 10th place, trailing Brignone by 0.87 seconds.
Final Medal Standings
- Gold: Federica Brignone (Italy) – 2:13.50
- Silver: Sara Hector (Sweden) – Tied
- Silver: Thea Louise St Jernesund (Norway) – Tied
- 10th Place: Sofia Goggia (Italy) – 0.87 seconds behind
- Mikaela Shiffrin: Outside the top 10
The competition remains fierce as the remaining skiers complete their runs, but none seem poised to alter the current medal standings.
