Nika Fleiss (born 14 August 1982) is a former Croatian alpine skier. She specialized in the technical disciplines of slalom and giant slalom. Fleiss was a prominent member of the Croatian national ski team during the 2000s, representing her country at multiple Winter Olympic Games and FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.
Career
Nika Fleiss began her international career in the late 1990s. She made her World Cup debut in December 1999. Throughout her career, Fleiss was known for her consistent performances in slalom, often placing within the top 30 in World Cup races.
Olympic Games
Fleiss competed in three Winter Olympic Games:
- 2002 Salt Lake City: She achieved her best Olympic result in slalom, finishing 12th.
- 2006 Turin: She competed in both slalom and giant slalom.
- 2010 Vancouver: This marked her third and final Olympic appearance.
World Championships
She also participated in several FIS Alpine World Ski Championships, with notable performances including:
- 2001 St. Anton:
- 2003 St. Moritz: Here, she achieved her best World Championship result, finishing 8th in the slalom event.
- 2005 Bormio:
- 2007 Åre:
- 2009 Val-d'Isère:
World Cup
Fleiss achieved multiple top-10 finishes in World Cup slalom races throughout her career, with her best individual result being a 6th place. She was a consistent point-scorer for Croatia in the demanding World Cup circuit.
Retirement
Nika Fleiss retired from professional alpine skiing after the 2009-2010 season. Following her retirement, she has maintained a connection to sports, though not in competitive skiing.