How old is Mikaela Shiffrin?

Last Modified Jul 8, 2024 15:49 GMT
How old is Mikaela Shiffrin
Mikaela Shiffrin(Source: Instagram/@mikaelashiffrin)

Mikaela Pauline Shiffrin was born on March 13, 1995, in Vail, Colorado. As of 2024, she is 29 years old.

Shiffrin's career began at a young age, with her first World Cup debut occurring on March 11, 2011, at just 15 years old. By 18, she had already won her first Olympic gold medal in slalom at the 2014 Sochi Games, becoming the youngest slalom champion in Olympic alpine skiing history.

Her rise in the sport continued with multiple World Cup titles, World Championship golds, and another Olympic gold in giant slalom at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games.

In 2023, at the age of 27, Shiffrin broke Ingemar Stenmark's long-standing record of 86 World Cup wins. Throughout her career, Shiffrin has demonstrated exceptional skill across disciplines, including slalom, giant slalom, super-G, and downhill.

Mikaela Shiffrin Age

Mikaela Shiffrin is 29 years old as of 2024. Born on March 13, 1995

At 29, Shiffrin has already won more World Cup victories than any other skier in history, male or female.

Shiffrin's career at different stages:

  • At 15: Made her World Cup debut (March 11, 2011)

  • At 16: Achieved her first World Cup podium (December 29, 2011)

  • At 17: Won her first World Cup race (December 20, 2012)

  • At 18: Became the youngest Olympic slalom champion (February 21, 2014)

  • At 22: Won her first overall World Cup title (2017 season)

  • At 27: Broke the all-time record for World Cup wins (March 11, 2023)

Mikaela Shiffrin Other Physical Attributes

AttributeMeasurement
Height170 cm (5'7")
Weight66 kg (145 lbs)
BuildAthletic
Shoe Size8.5 (US)
Eye ColorGray with a tinge of green
Hair ColorBlonde
Distinctive FeaturesWavy hair, Broad shoulders

Mikaela Shiffrin Weight

Mikaela Shiffrin's weight is listed at 66 kg (145 lbs).

Mikaela Shiffrin Height

Mikaela Shiffrin stands at 170 cm (5'7").

Mikaela Shiffrin Shoe Size

Shiffrin's shoe size is reported to be 8.5 (US).

FAQ's On Mikaela Shiffrin Age

A. Mikaela Shiffrin holds the all-time record for most World Cup wins, not just among female skiers but across all alpine skiers. She passed Ingemar Stenmark's historic mark of 86 wins last season.

A. Mikaela Shiffrin is not married, but she's engaged. In April 2024, she and her boyfriend of three years, Norwegian alpine skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, announced their engagement. 

A. Mikaela Shiffrin is American. Born on March 13, 1995, in Vail, Colorado, she represents the United States in international alpine skiing competitions.

A. In downhill skiing, the fastest alpine discipline, Shiffrin has reached speeds of up to 71 mph (115 kph). This was recorded during a World Cup downhill event in December 2023.

A. Shiffrin and Kilde first met at a ski camp, but their relationship didn't begin until years later. They've been together for over three years.

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