The Storylines That Will Make You Smile, Laugh, or Cry During the Olympics

American skier Mikaela Shiffrin, 18, is poised to be the Missy Franklin of these Olympics. You may recall then 17-year-old Missy dominated women's swimming at the 2012 Games. This time around, Mikaela will likely impress us all. Born in Vail, CO, Mikaela began skiing in her parent's driveway. She won her first major race at the age of 15, and she's won four World Cup gold medals for slalom.