Overview

• Federica Brignone suffered a severe leg injury during the giant slalom at the Italian Alpine Ski Championships on April 3, 2025, requiring immediate surgery.
• The operation was deemed successful, but she currently cannot bear weight on her injured leg and relies on assistance for basic movement.
• Brignone has 42 staples in her leg and is undergoing gradual rehabilitation, aiming to walk again and resume skiing by autumn or winter.
• Her brother and coach, Davide Brignone, was in shock witnessing the injury, while her family and President Sergio Mattarella have expressed strong support.
• Despite the progress, her participation in the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics remains uncertain, with no definitive recovery timeline in place.