Taylor Swift's Response to Olympian Mikaela Shiffrin Quoting Her Lyrics After Victory

Mikaela Shiffrin made history by winning a gold medal in slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympics, becoming the first U.S. skier to achieve three Olympic golds.

After her victory, Shiffrin posted a skiing photo on Instagram with a caption quoting Taylor Swift's song, "Ruin the Friendship," sparking online buzz. Swift acknowledged the win, describing it as "historic."

Shiffrin's achievement not only garnered national pride but also drew attention from Swift and her fans, known as Swifties.

Shiffrin's Instagram post, shared on February 19, featured the caption, "My advice is always ruin the friendship," using lyrics from Swift's song. The singer praised Shiffrin's win as "HISTORIC" in response.

In 2024, Shiffrin expressed her admiration for Swift's music, crediting the singer's songs for guiding her through fame, challenges, and success.