Breezy Johnson Wins Gold at Alpine Ski Championships

Breezy Johnson made history by winning gold in the women's downhill at the Alpine Ski World Championships in Saalbach, marking her first major medal after a challenging career that included injuries and a 14-month anti-doping ban. She completed her run in 1:41.29, securing victory ahead of Austria's Mirjam Puchner and Czech Ester Ledecka. Johnson's triumph makes her the fourth American woman to win downhill gold at the World Championships, following Lindsey Vonn's last victory in 2009. Vonn, making a comeback at age 40, finished 15th in the race, while Johnson's teammate Lauren Macuga took fifth place. This victory not only highlights Johnson's resilience but also sets a promising tone for the upcoming 2026 Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Johnson expressed her disbelief and joy post-race, emphasizing the significance of her achievement for the U.S. speed-skiing team.