Federica Brignone Opens Up About Sofia Goggia and Kimi Antonelli

Federica Brignone spoke again in an interview with “La Repubblica”: “I hope to get back on my skis in November. It was a pretty tough summer because I couldn’t do what I wanted to do. I had to be very patient and work hard on my rehabilitation.” Now, however, the situation seems to have changed: “I feel good—I feel much better. I’m continuing to work, and I can finally see the moment when I’ll be able to get back on the snow drawing a little closer.” The big goal remains the World Championships. “The World Championships are definitely an important goal. I want to get there in the best possible shape, and above all, I want to be able to get back on the slopes without pain and without worries.”

The skier from the Aosta Valley makes no secret, however, that her recovery will require caution: “I don’t want to rush things. After everything that’s happened, it would be pointless to rush and risk jeopardizing the progress I’ve made so far.” In the meantime, Brignone is also keeping an eye on the other members of the Italian team, particularly Sofia Goggia, who is also going through a difficult time: “When you’re a top-level athlete, you demand a lot from your body. We’re always pushing the limits, and injuries are part of this sport—even though, of course, no one wants to deal with them.”

The long hiatus has also been an opportunity to rediscover aspects of life away from the slopes. “I’ve realized even more how important the people around me are. When you can’t do what you love, having the right people by your side really makes all the difference.” Among them is her partner James: “He’s been essential. He stood by me during the toughest times and helped me get through it all with greater peace of mind.”

And there’s also room for a bit of curiosity about another great talent in Italian sports. If she could choose one person to spend an evening having dinner with, Brignone would have no doubt: Kimi Antonelli. “I’d love to get to know him better and talk with him about sports, the pressures of the game, and what it means to be a young Italian competing at the highest levels.”