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Brignone and Goggia to miss World Cup season opener in Sölden

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Brignone and Goggia to miss World Cup season opener in Sölden
Summary

Italian skiers Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia are set to miss the World Cup season opener in Sölden, Austria, on October 24. Brignone is recovering from recent surgery to alleviate persistent pain in her left leg, and she has not skied since February. Goggia is dealing with lingering effects of two viral infections that have severely impacted her strength and coordination. Both athletes are focusing on rehabilitation, and Goggia aims to return in early December for the North American races.

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  • •Brignone underwent surgery in August, missing competitive skiing.
  • •Goggia has experienced severe pain and neurological issues from viral infections.
  • •The World Cup season starts in Sölden on October 24.
  • •Goggia hopes to return for December's North American races.
  • •Both skiers are currently focusing on rehabilitation and training.
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  • 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Italian ski stars Brignone and Goggia to miss start of World Cup season
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MILAN (AP) — Top Italian skiers Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia will not be in Sölden when the World Cup season starts in Austria on Oct. 24 and are unsure when they can compete again.

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