The biggest stars to watch at the 2018 Winter Olympics by Scott Davis on Feb 6, 2018, 3:20 PM Advertisement
 During each Olympics, the games give rise to new stars who captivate the world for a few weeks. Some are the most dominant men and women of their sport; some are underdogs who surprise the world with a win; others are just lovable competitors whose spirits win over fans. With the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang kicking off on Thursday, we compiled a list of stars from all around the world that fans will want to know. Learn more about them below. Mikaela Shriffin, USA  Sport: Alpine skiing Age: 22 One thing to know: Shriffin is the best alpine skier in the world and set to become a huge breakout star in Pyeongchang. She has 10 wins and 15 podium finishes in the 23 World Cup races she's entered this season, and is on pace to become the most decorated racer in the world if she can snag two golds in the Olympics.
Chloe Kim, USA  Sport: Snowboarding Age: 17 One thing to know: Kim would have qualified for the Sochi Olympics, but she was too young. In the buildup to Pyeongchang, she became the first female to ever land back-to-back 1080s and won a gold at the Youth Olympic Games.
Marcel Hirscher, Austria  Sport: Alpine skiing Age: 28 One thing to know: Hirscher has six world championship golds to his name, but only one Olympic silver. He'll be looking to change that in Pyeongchang, where he's the projected favorite to win the slalom and giant slalom events.
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