Cande Moreno, a 25-year-old skier from Andorra, recently endured a terrifying fall during the Olympic downhill event in Milano-Cortina. This incident marks her second participation in the Olympics, following her debut at the Beijing 2022 Games.
Cande Moreno’s Frightening Fall in Milano-Cortina
The fall occurred after she misjudged the landing on a crucial jump in the first sector. Moreno started with bib number 26, but her race took a disastrous turn as she became unbalanced upon landing. The footage of the incident showed her left knee bending inward uncontrollably, leading to a violent impact against the safety nets.
Immediate Medical Response
As she lay on the course, medical personnel quickly arrived to assist her. Morris reported experiencing severe pain, as evident from her cries. The immediate response team worked swiftly to assess her condition.
Awaiting Official Updates
An official statement from the Andorran Ski Federation (FAE) is expected soon to provide details about the extent of her injuries. Moreno’s fall has stirred concerns, particularly since she previously faced injuries in the same venue in 2024, which included a knee fracture.
A Stellar Sports Background
Leading up to the Olympics, Cande Moreno had been in excellent form. She made headlines by finishing third in the super-G event at the Europa Cup in Sarntal, Italy. This achievement set a milestone for Andorran skiing, outperforming the previous best of fourth place established by Jordina Caminal in St. Moritz, Switzerland, in December.
- Athlete: Cande Moreno
- Age: 25
- Event: Olympic Downhill Race
- Location: Milano-Cortina
- Bib Number: 26
- Previous Olympic Participation: Beijing 2022
- Significant Achievement: Third place in Europa Cup – Sarntal, Italy
As the sport community awaits further information, fans and officials remain hopeful for Moreno’s recovery and future competitions.
