Swiss Olympic snowboarder Sophie Hediger tragically died in an avalanche at the age of 26. The rising star competed in the 2022 Winter Olympics and achieved her first World Cup podiums in the 2023-24 season.
Summary – Sophie Hediger, a member of the Swiss national snowboard cross team, tragically passed away in an avalanche in Arosa, Switzerland. The 26-year-old Olympian was caught in the avalanche on Monday.
Rising Star in Snowboard Cross
Sophie Hediger was a rising star in the world of snowboard cross. She achieved her first two World Cup podiums in the 2023-24 season and represented Switzerland at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China.
Arosa Avalanche Claims Young Life
The fatal avalanche occurred in the mountain resort of Arosa, located west of Davos, Switzerland. Hediger was caught in the avalanche on Monday, and despite rescue efforts, she tragically lost her life.
Swiss-Ski Mourns the Loss
The Swiss-Ski federation expressed their deep sorrow and condolences to Hediger’s family and partner.
“We are speechless, and our thoughts are with Sophie’s family, to whom we express our deepest condolences,” said Walter Reusser, the Sport CEO at Swiss-Ski.
Further Details Kept Private
Out of respect for Hediger’s family and partner, Swiss-Ski will not be releasing further details about the accident.
