Italian Skier Matilde Lorenzi Dies in Training Accident

Matilde Lorenzi, a 19-year-old Italian alpine skier and member of the Italian army, tragically died following a training accident on the Grawand G1 slope in Val Senales, northern Italy. Lorenzi succumbed to her injuries after being airlifted to a hospital in Bolzano. Known for her achievements, she was last season's Italian junior champion and had placed notably in international competitions. Her death has deeply affected the Italian winter sports community, with condolences pouring in from the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, the Italian Ministry of Defense, and notable athletes. Lorenzi is mourned by her family, including her sister Lucrezia, a fellow skier, as well as numerous fans expressing their sorrow online.