Is a comeback getting closer? Hirscher back on snow

The next step towards a possible World Cup comeback has been taken by Marcel Hirscher.

After eight months without skiing, the 37-year-old has returned to the slopes. The eight-time overall World Cup winner posted his return to snow on Instagram. He made his first turns in an indoor ski hall near Zoetermeer in the Netherlands.

Comeback with a Wildcard?

Hirscher suffered an ACL tear in training at the end of 2024 and has not competed in any races for the Netherlands since then.

Whether and when Hirscher could make a comeback is still uncertain and also depends on a decision by FIS, which will discuss this topic, among others, in two weeks.

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Next season, Hirscher could benefit from wildcards or an injury status to be able to participate in the World Cup races.