Skiing Against Time: Sofia Goggia's Determined Return

Italian Olympic ski champion Sofia Goggia plans a comeback following an injury that sidelined her for the start of the World Cup season. Goggia intends to compete by mid-December despite multiple past injuries, expressing a strong desire to return to the slopes without rushing her recovery.

Italian Olympic ski champion Sofia Goggia announced she will miss the opening races of the World Cup season due to an injury but hopes to return before Christmas. The 31-year-old skier fractured her right tibia during a training accident in February, ending her season prematurely as she led the World Cup downhill standings.

Goggia, who has claimed the overall downhill World Cup title four times and earned gold at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, discussed her recovery at the Italian Winter Sports Federation media day in Milan. She expressed optimism about competing again by mid-December, stating her intent to race at Beaver Creek if recovery goes as planned.

Facing multiple injuries throughout her career, Goggia remains motivated. She shared that her main focus is on progress without rushing back into competition. Despite enduring seven injuries, her determination to return to skiing remains unwavering.

(With inputs from agencies.)