Lindsey Vonn leaves door open for 2030 Olympics after devastating Cortina crash
Lindsey Vonn says a return to the 2030 Olympics remains possible—but only if she can compete at the highest level after her recovery.
Federica Brignone Shuts Down Season After Double Olympic Gold, Prioritizes Leg Recovery
After winning two gold medals at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, Federica Brignone is ending her season early to focus on rehabilitating the leg she fractured last April.
Federica Brignone in Soldeu: Olympic Champion Battling Pain, Taking It Day-by-Day
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Federica Brignone is in Soldeu, but the Italian star admits she is still battling pain from her 2025 leg fractures. Living “very much day-by-day,” Brignone faces tough decisions about racing, recovery and what comes next.
Lindsey Vonn Plans Olympic Downhill Start Despite ACL Rupture
Lindsey Vonn confirmed she ruptured her ACL in a recent World Cup crash but still plans to race the Olympic downhill at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, refusing to walk away from what could be her final Olympic start.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde and Fredrik Møller Return to Kitzbühel With Olympics Ahead
Norwegian speed stars Aleksander Aamodt Kilde and Fredrik Møller return to Kitzbühel training as they build fitness, confidence, and timing ahead of the Olympic Games.
Petra Vlhová Announces Olympic Comeback Bid for Milano–Cortina 2026
Petra Vlhová says she has been cleared to ski at full intensity and will fight for a return at the Milano–Cortina 2026 Olympic Games after a long injury layoff.
Injury Prevention and Return to Snow in Ski Racing: Building a Culture of Care
Ski racing carries inherent risk, but injury prevention and return-to-snow systems are evolving. Coaches and programs are rethinking how athletes recover, rebuild confidence, and return safely—through better communication, smarter training design, and a culture that prioritizes long-term health.
Marcel Hirscher rules out Olympic return as Lindsey Vonn surges toward gold
Marcel Hirscher has officially ruled out a return this Olympic winter, ending months of speculation. His decision sharply contrasts with Lindsey Vonn’s successful comeback and gold-medal momentum.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Copper Mountain return hopeful as decision nears
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is hopeful he’ll return to racing in Thursday’s Copper Mountain super-G, but he won’t make the final decision until tomorrow.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Eyes Comeback at Beaver Creek After Grueling Recovery
More than a year after his devastating crash in Wengen, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is preparing to return to Colorado, where he’ll train with the Norwegian team ahead of a possible World Cup comeback at Beaver Creek. His recovery has been long and painful, but his determination—and cautious optimism—remain unshaken.
Ava Sunshine Finds Calm and Purpose in Her Return to the World Cup
Ava Sunshine and Mikaela Shiffrin celebrate in Levi 2022: GEPA pictures Ava Sunshine was just
Olympic Champion Petra Vlhová Returns to Snow After Injury
After months of recovery and two knee surgeries, Slovak ski star Petra Vlhová is back on snow. Training under new head coach Matej Gemza, she begins her comeback on Italy’s Stelvio Glacier—an important step toward returning to World Cup form.
Marco Schwarz Pain-Free Ahead of Olympic Season
Austrian standout Marco Schwarz says he’s finally pain-free and ready to tackle the Olympic season with renewed focus on giant slalom, slalom, and super-G after battling through two major injuries. The 30-year-old told Kleine Zeitung that he hasn’t felt knee pain since June and plans a patient buildup after a mixed comeback season. Schwarz will skip early downhills but continue limited speed training as he works toward full form ahead of the World Cup opener Oct. 25–26 in Sölden. Information translated from German and provided by Kleine Zeitung (Austria), with reporting by Daniel Jerovsek.
Marcel Hirscher Returns to Snow in Zoetermeer Indoor Ski Hall
Marcel Hirscher is back on snow. The eight-time overall World Cup champion made his first turns in the Zoetermeer indoor ski hall, 277 days after tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee. The comeback marks the latest step for the 67-time World Cup winner, who returned to racing under the Dutch flag last season before injury cut his campaign short.
French Downhiller Cyprien Sarrazin Out for 2025–26 Olympic Season
Sarrazin’s crash on the Stelvio, the slope set to host the men’s Olympic downhill this February, has renewed concerns about safety. The fall last December highlighted just how unforgiving Bormio can be in midwinter. Organizers point out that conditions in February — with more direct sun and the opportunity to prepare the piste from top to bottom in a more uniform manner — should make the Olympic surface safer. Still, the questions raised by his accident continue to echo as the Games approach. For Sarrazin, the focus is no longer on what was lost but on what lies ahead. His determination is clear: recover fully, return in 2026–27, and chase the dream of competing at the 2030 Olympics in front of a home crowd.
Federica Brignone’s Recovery Ongoing, 2026 Olympics Still in Play
Federica Brignone continues her recovery after a leg fracture ended her record-setting World Cup season, and while her timeline for returning to training remains uncertain, her brother and coach Davide Brignone says the 2026 Cortina Olympics are still possible.
Sam DuPratt’s World Cup Comeback: Grit, Injury, and Ownership
After breaking both legs in a World Cup crash, Sam DuPratt fought his way back to the start gate in Val Gardena—three years later, on the same hill. This is the story of grit, setbacks, and a comeback built on total ownership.
Marcel Hirscher Cleared to Return, Plots World Cup Comeback
Six months after a major knee injury, Marcel Hirscher has been medically cleared to return and plans to use his remaining 17 World Cup wild card starts to launch his comeback. With training ramping up, the eight-time overall champion is focused on racing again—sooner rather than later.
Petra Vlhová Rebuilds After Second Knee Surgery, Future Still Unclear
Petra Vlhová, Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiercest rival, is battling to return after a second knee surgery. With her future in ski racing uncertain, she shares the emotional toll of her recovery and the hope that still drives her.
Brignone Released From Hospital, Begins Recovery After Injury Ends Historic Season
Federica Brignone, the 34-year-old Italian star who dominated the 2024-25 World Cup season with four titles, is now facing a long recovery after a serious knee injury. She’s out of the hospital and already focused on rehab—determined, upbeat, and not ready to quit.
Aamodt Kilde Focused on Recovery After Complicated Shoulder Surgery
ChatGPT said: Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is recovering from a complex shoulder surgery that involved transplanting part of his hamstring—and he's already thinking about a return to racing before the 2026 Olympics. While the World Cup Finals play out in Sun Valley, the Norwegian speed star is taking cautious steps back to health in Innsbruck. Here's how he's staying motivated—and what might come next.
Cyprien Sarrazin Speaks on Recovery and Uncertain World Cup Comeback
French skier Cyprien Sarrazin is recovering faster than expected from a head injury suffered in a downhill training crash in Bormio but remains uncertain about his future in racing. While he still struggles with double vision, he says the fire to compete is still there—though he’s taking his time before making any decisions.
Max Franz’s Incredible Comeback: Forerunning After Breaking Both Legs
Despite enduring a grueling two-year recovery from devastating leg injuries, Max Franz is back on skis, embracing each step of his comeback with resilience and optimism. Testing his long skis as a forerunner in the women’s speed events at the World Championships, he proved to himself that his return to racing is no longer just a dream. "It was a long, hard road," he admitted, recalling the struggles of rehabilitation and the patience required to rebuild his strength. But each milestone, from conquering jumps to skiing a full downhill run, has reignited his confidence. With cautious optimism, Franz now eyes the ultimate goal—a return to the World Cup circuit—one step at a time.
Mikaela Shiffrin Speaks Out on Recovery, Rivalry, and Return to World Cup Racing
Mikaela Shiffrin, the winningest Alpine skier in World Cup history, is set to make her highly anticipated return to competition on January 30, 2025, just 60 days after a season-disrupting abdominal injury. In an exclusive interview with Ski Racing Media, Shiffrin opened up about the challenges of her recovery, from rebuilding muscle strength to balancing training with healing, and reflected on her excitement to race again. She also shared her thoughts on Petra Vlhová’s absence and the resilience it takes to return mid-season, offering fans a glimpse into her journey back to the top of the sport.
