US EditionKronplatz test key as Italy's Brignone eyes Milano Cortina Games
- On Jan 19, Federica Brignone, twice overall World Cup champion, returned at Kronplatz in a World Cup giant slalom to test her fitness for Milano Cortina 2026 after more than nine months sidelined by leg fractures.
- Brignone's preparation has been unconventional and limited, describing it as a series of tests rather than typical training; she struggled initially with race equipment and had minimal gate time with no high-risk terrain exposure.
- Recovery has been uneven, with sensations changing day-by-day; Brignone said `Some days it's worse, some days it's a bit better`, while persistent pain affects her left tibia and fibula, knee and surrounding areas.
- Brignone will decide race-by-race based on pain and sensations, saying decisions will be taken day-by-day and week-by-week, including the Olympics next month, and she will race only if she feels like it.
- Just being able to race would already be a major success for Brignone, who plans to return to Cortina, Italy to continue training before Milano Cortina 2026 begins February 6, 2026.
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