Skiing: Sofia Goggia returns to Italy early for health reasons
Italian alpine skiing champion Sofia Goggia has had to cut her training period in Argentina short. The skier from Bergamo, one of the Italian national team's top athletes, returned to Italy in the last few hours due to some health issues.
According to reports, Goggia felt unwell during her stay in South America, where she was with the team to prepare for the upcoming winter season. As a precaution, the medical and technical staff decided to have her return to the country immediately to undergo further check-ups and to rest.
At the moment, no specific details regarding the nature of the ailment have been released, but the priority remains the athlete's health in view of her upcoming competitive commitments. The Italian Winter Sports Federation (FISI) will closely monitor the champion's condition over the coming days.
The early return represents a setback in the skier's athletic preparation, as she aims to be in top form for the World Cup races. Sports fans in Italy are awaiting official updates regarding her recovery time and her return to the snow.