Luis Vogt, a 24-year-old ski racer, has been forced to end his season before the World Cup in Garmisch-Partenkirchen due to a serious knee injury. During the final training session for the downhill race on the Kandahar course, Vogt suffered a severe sprain of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Although surgical intervention is not required, the knee must be immobilized, marking a painful setback for the athlete as he prepares for rehabilitation.

Vogt described the incident, stating that he 'lost his position at the gate' at the entrance of Eishang. The injury comes as a significant blow, depriving him of the opportunity to compete in his home race, something he called 'extremely bitter and annoying.' Despite this setback, Vogt acknowledged that his situation could have been worse and is now focusing on his recovery, hoping to return stronger.

Prior to this injury, Vogt had already missed the Olympics after meeting the national qualification standards by finishing eighth in the Kitzbühel downhill event just before the Winter Games. Unfortunately for him, this achievement came too late to secure a special exception from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that would allow him to compete. His current injury not only halts his World Cup aspirations but also reflects the unpredictability and challenges faced by professional athletes in high-stakes sports like alpine skiing.