Call for change after skier’s death in training crash

16 Sep 2025 • 8:28 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Italian skier Matteo Franzoso has died, aged 25, following a pre-season training crash in Chile last weekend.
  • Franzoso suffered a major head injury after colliding with fencing at the La Parva track and was placed in a medically induced coma before succumbing to his injuries.
  • The Italian winter sports federation (FISI) confirmed his death, with president Flavio Roda expressing profound sadness and calling for measures to prevent similar deaths.
  • A member of Italy's World Cup squad, Franzoso made 17 World Cup appearances and won the Italian national title in alpine combined in 2023.
  • Both the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and Olympic gold medallist Lindsey Vonn extended their condolences following the news.

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