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Stefan Luitz says goodbye to the World Cup after 15 years!
Stefan Luitz ends his career in the Ski World Cup after 15 years and reflects on successes and challenges.
Stefan Luitz says goodbye to the World Cup after 15 years!
Stefan Luitz, the 33-year-old ski racer from Swabia, is ending his career in the Ski World Cup after 15 years. The announcement of his resignation was made via Instagram, where Luitz describes that this decision was difficult and emotional for him. In his contribution he reflects on the formative experiences that competitive sports have had on his life. “This journey has shaped me,” says the athlete and speaks of both the highs and lows of his career.
During his career, Luitz achieved a total of ten podium places in the World Cup, including one World Cup victory. His special successes also include two World Cup bronze medals with the team and participation in the 2014 Olympic Games. He achieved outstanding performances particularly in the giant slalom, but his career was not without setbacks. Serious injuries, including multiple cruciate ligament tears, a severed muscle and torn ligaments, called his mental strength into question. The disc operation that forced him to cancel the 2022 Olympic Games marks another low point in his sporting career.
Personal challenges in competitive sports
In his review, Luitz emphasizes how important mental strength is in the difficult times of competitive sports. The constant pressure to overcome setbacks and overcome doubts is part of everyday life for a top athlete. “It wasn't just the injuries that challenged me, but also the constant pressure that comes with this career,” he explains, giving insight into the less-explored darker side of the sport.
Luitz has announced that he will start a new chapter without a starting number. As he leaves behind the challenges he has experienced throughout his career, he looks back with gratitude on the many memories that have accompanied him throughout this intense journey. His retirement not only marks the end of an impressive career, but also the beginning of a new phase in life for the former ski racer.
For many fans and companions, Stefan Luitz remains in memory as an example of perseverance and passion as he prepares for new challenges beyond skiing.