Swiss Olympic Snowboarder Sophie Hediger Dies in Avalanche Accident

26-year-old Swiss national team snowboarder Sophie Hediger, who achieved two World Cup podiums this season, tragically lost her life in an avalanche in Arosa.

Key Takeaways

Sophie Hediger was 26 years old at the time of her death
The avalanche accident occurred in Arosa, Switzerland
Hediger competed in the 2022 Olympic Games in snowboard cross events
She achieved two World Cup podiums in the 2023/24 season

By The Numbers

2nd place

Best World Cup result in St-Moritz

They Said

"We are shocked, and our thoughts are with Sophie's family, to whom we offer our deepest condolences"
— Walter Reusser, Swiss-Ski CEO

"For the Swiss-Ski family, Sophie's tragic death casts a dark shadow over the Christmas holidays. We are immensely sad. We will remember Sophie fondly"
— Walter Reusser, Swiss-Ski CEO

Tragic Loss of Swiss Olympic Snowboarder

Athletic Career and Achievements

Impact on Swiss Sports Community

Safety and Memorial Considerations

Sources & References

Swiss Olympic snowboarder dies in avalanche

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Key Takeaways

Sophie Hediger was 26 years old at the time of her death
The avalanche accident occurred in Arosa, Switzerland
Hediger competed in the 2022 Olympic Games in snowboard cross events
She achieved two World Cup podiums in the 2023/24 season

By The Numbers

2nd place

Best World Cup result in St-Moritz

They Said

"We are shocked, and our thoughts are with Sophie's family, to whom we offer our deepest condolences"
— Walter Reusser, Swiss-Ski CEO

"For the Swiss-Ski family, Sophie's tragic death casts a dark shadow over the Christmas holidays. We are immensely sad. We will remember Sophie fondly"
— Walter Reusser, Swiss-Ski CEO

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Tragic Loss of Swiss Olympic Snowboarder

Athletic Career and Achievements

Impact on Swiss Sports Community

Safety and Memorial Considerations

Sources & References

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