Tag: Athlete comeback
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Kirsty Muir’s Comeback to Milano Cortina 2026
Introduction: A young athlete returning with renewed purpose At just 21, Kirsty Muir stands on the cusp of a defining chapter in her freestyle skiing career. Milano Cortina 2026 isn’t merely another Olympic Games for the Team GB star—it represents a deeply personal comeback shaped by heartbreak, perseverance, and an unwavering love for the sport.…
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Kerry White’s Comeback: Tauranga Pacific Trail Runner Rejoins The Goat at Mt Ruapehu
Comback in the Peaks: Kerry White Returns to The Goat The Goat at Mt Ruapehu has long stood as one of New Zealand’s most grueling trail races, demanding endurance, strategy, and a fearless mindset. This Saturday, Tauranga-based runner Kerry White, a former New Zealand Cross Country champion, will step back into the competitive arena for…
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Boxing Comeback After Sepsis Amputations: Adam’s Journey
Two Years, One Unlikely Victory When Adam Smith fell ill with the flu, no one predicted that a routine infection would reshape the rest of his life. Sepsis, striking while immunity was compromised, sent the then-healthy 50-year-old into a three-week coma. He awoke to a harsh reality: both arms and legs would be partially amputated.…
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Cancer survivor Niels Hintermann ready to race again on the slopes
Health setback and a steady recovery In October 2024, the Zurich-born alpine racer Niels Hintermann faced a life-changing challenge: a lymphoma diagnosis that required chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The news was a shock for a man whose career is built on precision and speed down World Cup slopes. The diagnosis, while serious, came with timely treatment,…