Mikaela Shiffrin, who has 99 World Cup wins, announced on Instagram that she is dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder following a serious crash in November 2023, causing her to withdraw from the giant slalom at the Alpine skiing world championships. Shiffrin reflected on the psychological challenge of facing her beloved sport again, stating that the fear stemming from her injury has been devastating. She plans to compete in the slalom and the new team combined event instead, partnering with Breezy Johnson for the event.
Mikaela Shiffrin reveals she's facing post-traumatic stress disorder from a crash in November and will not defend her giant slalom title, prioritizing mental health.
Shiffrin expressed the emotional weight of fear after her injury, stating she underestimated the mental struggle post-crash, making her participation in the event impossible.
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