Swiss alpine ski racer Andrea Epp-Ellenberger announced her retirement today, ending a ten-year career marked by a World Championship title and consistent World cup performances. The 32-year-old’s decision comes after a December 2024 leg fracture and a history of knee injuries requiring five surgeries,highlighting the physical toll of elite competition. Epp-Ellenberger’s success represents a strong chapter in Swiss skiing, and her departure leaves a void on the international circuit.
Swiss skier Andrea Epp-Ellenberger has announced her retirement from competitive alpine skiing, bringing an end to a career marked by a World Championship gold medal and consistent performances on the World Cup circuit. The 32-year-old cited persistent injuries as the reason for her decision.
Epp-Ellenberger reached the pinnacle of her career at the 2019 World Championships, securing gold in the Team Event. She also enjoyed success in the Team Event on the World Cup stage, earning a victory at the 2022 Finals. While a World Cup win eluded her in individual competition, she achieved a career-best result of 11th place in Giant Slalom events at Kronplatz in January 2019 and Sölden in October 2020.
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Epp-Ellenberger’s last competitive appearance came before a right leg fracture sustained during training in December 2024. Prior to that injury, she had undergone four previous surgeries to repair torn anterior cruciate ligaments (ACLs). The repeated setbacks ultimately led to her difficult decision to retire, ending a promising career that showcased her talent in the giant slalom discipline.
