Stephanie Venier

Stephanie Venier, born on December 19, 1993, in Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria, commenced her alpine skiing career with her World Cup debut in January 2013 at the age of 19. Her early career saw her gain experience across various disciplines including Downhill, Super G, and Alpine Combined. She steadily progressed through the ranks, consistently improving her performance in World Cup events.

Venier achieved her first World Cup podium in January 2017, securing a second-place finish in a Super-G event in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. This marked a significant turning point in her career, leading to further successes. Later that same year, she earned a silver medal in the Downhill at the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships 2017 in St. Moritz. Over her career, she accumulated 12 World Cup podium finishes, including three victories—two in Downhill and one in Super-G. Her dedication and consistent performance positioned her among the top athletes in speed events.

A career highlight for Venier was her performance at the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, where she clinched a gold medal in the Super-G. Additionally, she earned a bronze medal in the team combined event at the same championships, further solidifying her status as a decorated alpine skier. Venier announced her retirement from active ski racing in August 2025, six months after her World Championship Super-G victory, citing recurring knee issues and a feeling of having achieved her goals. She concluded her career having achieved her goal of winning a medal at the home World Championships.