Italian Teen Skier Succumbed to Injuries After Training Accident in Italy

Matilde Lorenzi passed away due to extensive injuries from crashing while training in Italy.

Maria Aldrich | Oct 29, 2024

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19-year-old Matilde Lorenzi took a horrible fall while training in northern Italy on the Grawand G1 slope in Val Senales.

Immediately following the accident, Lorenzi was transported via helicopter to the nearby hospital in Bolzano, a city located in northern Italy. However, due to the extent of her injuries, she unfortunately passed away on the morning of Tuesday, October 29 at the medical facility.

"Lorenzi was the Italian junior champion last season in the overall standings and the super-G event, and she also finished 11th in the super-G in St. Moritz in the FIS Europa Cup in December last year," stated Eurosport. "Lorenzi was part of the sports section of the Italian army as well as the junior women's team for Italy." Her death was announced by the national defense ministry.

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) released a statement extending their condolences.

"We are deeply saddened by the passing of Matilde Lorenzi, as announced the by Italian Ministry of Defense, who conveyed heartfelt condolences for the 19-year-old athlete of the Italian Army. FIS joins FISI President Flavio Roda and the entire Italian winter sports community in the mourning, including coaches, athletes, teammates, the federal council and all FISI staff."

"FIS is in mourning, standing by her family, friends and everyone who cherished Matilde, honoring her memory today and always," they wrote.

Alpine skiing comes with notable risks, particularly at the high speeds that promising athletes, such as Matilde Lorenzi, ski.

The young teenager is survived by her older sister, Lucrezia. Her sister is also a well-accomplished skier who has competed in the World Cup series slalom. Lorenzi was expected to continue her skiing success as she had already won numerous races at the youth level. This tragedy has impacted her friends, family, and the ski community from all over.

Published Oct 29, 2024

MARIA ALDRICH

Maria Aldrich graduated from SUNY Potsdam with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Wilderness Education. While earning her degrees, she learned the fundamentals of climbing, wilderness travel, and leadership in the backcountry. These skills built upon Maria's lifelong passion for the outdoors. Following graduation, she began working in the outdoor recreation field, serving individuals with disabilities to help them access outdoor pursuits including hiking, paddling, horseback riding, and snowshoeing. The following year, Maria moved to the Adirondack Mountains in New York State to continue working towards a life of adventure and writing. She has continued rock and ice climbing, hiking in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks, and paddling through various rivers while documenting her experiences through writing. When Maria isn’t adventuring in the mountains, she can be found reading a book, fishing on a shoreline, or spending time with family.