As the Olympic ski season kicks off, a heated discussion has erupted regarding the safety of training courses, with two-time Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin highlighting heightened risks following her recovery from a severe crash.
Shiffrin, the American skiing sensation, returned to the slopes weeks after a frightening incident last year that left her with a puncture wound to her abdomen and extensive damage to her abdominal muscles. The injuries occurred during a World Cup giant slalom race, but Shiffrin emphasized that training environments can pose equivalent dangers.
Upon resuming her skiing activities, Shiffrin reported being particularly vigilant about potential hazards in training setups. Her experience has amplified calls for improved safety measures amid growing concerns in the alpine skiing community.
