Czech Skier Tereza Nova in Coma After Training Crash in Germany

Czech skier Tereza Nova, 26, is in a medically induced coma following a serious crash during downhill training for the World Cup in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. After her fall on the challenging Kandahar course, she underwent emergency brain surgery to reduce swelling and will remain in the coma as advised by medical professionals. The Czech Ski Federation expressed their support for Nova, highlighting her previous participation in the 2022 Beijing Olympics where she achieved a best finish of 14th place. The skiing community is rallying around her, with messages of hope and encouragement from fans and fellow athletes. This incident follows a series of serious skiing accidents, prompting calls for safety changes in high-speed events. Additionally, Austrian skier Nina Ortlieb also suffered an injury during the same event, raising concerns about the safety of the sport.