She informs about it in a Instagram – posts. The 31-year-old says she made the decision before she took her so far last World Cup victory in the Italian Cortina d’Ampezzo.
– Weird, but nice, she says moved in the video.
– I am still satisfied with the decision. I feel very lucky, she says.
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– Demanding and tough
Mowinckel goes on to say that she will now prioritize her health.
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– There is a reverse side of the medal that is more demanding and tough to stand in. I notice that I want a body that works for the life that comes next as well. I want to experience something different, she tells the Skiing Association in a video.
The Rival driver started the season in a troubled way with injuries.
– The job I feel has been required of me to turn this season around: That motivation is no longer there. This makes it difficult to get a new one. That’s why it will be my last season, she says.
Knee injuries have characterized the last few years of Mowinckel’s career, but she has fought back each time.
Praised by FIS
Mowinckel is also hailed in a message from the International Ski Federation (FIS) after the announcement.
– A very special chapter closes when Ragnhild Mowinckel gracefully retires from the slopes after this season. Her talent, charisma and radiance will leave a mark in the skiing world, says an Instagram message from FIS.
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– I wish you joy in life and on your next adventure. And enjoy the race in Kvitfjell, it says.
The 31-year-old has, among other things, two Olympic silver medals from his career and two bronze medals from the WC. In the World Cup, she has four victories and a total of 14 podium places.
At the weekend, she rides downhill and super-G in Kvitfjell for the last time. Then there are World Cup races in Åre and Saalbach before the season ends in just under a month.
– I will make the most of the last time I have now. I am very motivated for that. There is no problem. It is because I have done the work needed to get here, says Mowinckel.