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Federica Brignone Ends Season to Rehab Leg After Olympic Double

The Italian star says her body is “paying the price,” prompting a shift from racing to recovery.

Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Alpine Skiing - Women's Giant Slalom Victory Ceremony - Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre, Belluno, Italy - February 15, 2026. Gold medallist Federica Brignone of Italy celebrates with her team during the women's giant slalom victory ceremony REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini/File Photo

Overview

  • Brignone announced on March 2 that she will not compete again this season to prioritize rehabilitation of her left leg.
  • She will skip the remaining World Cup stops, including Val di Fassa in Italy, Åre in Sweden, and the Finals in Lillehammer, Norway.
  • The decision followed super-G results of 15th and eighth over the weekend in Andorra.
  • Brignone returned to racing in late January after an April crash that caused multiple left-leg fractures, two surgeries, 42 stitches, and lingering hardware.
  • She won Olympic gold in super-G and giant slalom at Milan-Cortina, becoming at 35 the oldest woman to win Alpine skiing gold, and has said she may retire if her leg does not improve.