American alpine skiing star Mikaela Shiffrin discussed a multi-year struggle to find comfortable underwear during a podcast appearance featuring Kylie Kelce on What’s the Point. Shiffrin holds 110 alpine ski World Cup victories, alongside three Olympic gold medals and nine world championship titles.
Podcast Conversation With Kylie Kelce
During the podcast episode, Shiffrin spoke with Kylie Kelce—wife of former NFL player Jason Kelce and sister-in-law of NFL player Travis Kelce—about everyday wardrobe challenges. In the discussion, Shiffrin admitted that she prefers fuller-coverage undergarments, noting that she has been trying to find a brand and style that fits comfortably for six years, according to German media outlet Sport Bild.
“I really love granny panties,” Shiffrin said on the podcast, explaining her ongoing search for comfortable daily wear. “I am looking for underwear that fits well and is comfortable right now. This is a process that has already been going on for six years. I really need help, so I have to ask for advice.” In response, Kelce recommended a brand she personally prefers, and Shiffrin agreed to look into the recommendation.
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Record-Breaking Ski Career Context
The casual discussion contrasts with Shiffrin’s dominant athletic resume. Competing at the highest levels of international skiing for over a decade, the 31-year-old American secured her third Olympic gold medal in the women’s slalom at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Games in February. Her career Olympic medal count also includes gold in slalom at the 2014 Sochi Games and gold in giant slalom alongside silver in the combined event at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games.
In the 2025–2026 World Cup season, Shiffrin captured her sixth career overall World Cup title, tying Annemarie Moser-Pröll for the most overall titles by a female alpine skier in history. Across her career, she has accumulated 110 World Cup race wins, the most victories in the sport’s history among both men and women.
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