THE STORY
At the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, U.S. alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin failed to finish (DNF) in three events: the giant slalom on February 7, the slalom on February 9, and the alpine combined on February 17. These early exits ended her pursuit of individual medals at the Games. Shiffrin's unexpected performance was a significant departure from her previous Olympic successes.
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Mikaela Shiffrin
WHY IT MATTERS
Shiffrin's unprecedented three DNFs at a single Winter Olympics highlighted the pressures elite athletes face and sparked discussions on mental health in sports. Despite the setbacks, she later secured a gold medal in the women's slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking a remarkable comeback.