Bode Miller sets U.S. record

Posted January 20, 2008 10:00 pm

Associated Press

Bode Miller finally had something to cheer about Sunday at the traditional Hahnenkamm World Cup races in Kitzbuehel, Austria.

Earlier this week, he accused organizers of making the famous Streif downhill course much bumpier and dangerous than it already was. He also criticized organizers for disrespecting the 68-year-old history of the event by changing the slalom course.

But on Sunday, Miller won the combined title for the slalom and Saturday's downhill, which means he is now the most successful American skier ever with 28 World Cup wins, overtaking Phil Mahre.

"It's a nice record, something you dream about as a kid," the 30-year-old Miller said. "As a professional skier, you're more focused on winning each individual race. Before the season, it was my target to break that record, and it's a really good feeling if you reach your goals."

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