Breezy Johnson hands U.S. teammate Mikaela Shiffrin a slim lead in women's combined
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📌 Key Takeaways
- Breezy Johnson took the lead in the women's combined event after the downhill leg.
- Johnson currently sits ahead of fellow American teammate and technical specialist Mikaela Shiffrin.
- A victory would mark Johnson's second gold medal of these Olympic Games.
- The competition will be decided during the final slalom run, where Shiffrin holds a historical advantage.
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🏷️ Themes
Sports, Olympics, Alpine Skiing
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