""After my injury last year, I didn't even know if I would be able to ski again in my life," Brignone shared with Olympics.com. Despite the doubt, she managed to claim gold in both the super-G and giant slalom, an achievement she described as "unexpected" given her daily battle with pain."
""Right now, it all depends on my health and my leg," she admitted. "If I show up, it will probably be my last season.""
Federica Brignone, a celebrated Italian skier, is contemplating her future after winning two gold medals at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Despite her success, she faces challenges in recovery from a serious leg injury sustained ten months prior. Brignone's journey has been marked by pain and uncertainty, yet she achieved remarkable victories in super-G and giant slalom. The pressures of fame have complicated her rehabilitation, and her decision to compete in the next season will depend on her health and recovery progress.
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