“You have to stay patient”: Ski topper Schwarz talks about his injury

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Marco Schwarz (28) has commented on this publicly for the first time since he tore the cruciate ligament in his right knee in Bormio (Italy). At a press conference, he provided insight into his current everyday life, which is characterized by “five to six” therapy sessions a day. The Austrian will likely be on crutches for another three weeks before “the really hard work of building muscle begins.”

When it comes to the big question about his comeback, the Carinthian, who finished on the podium four times in the eight races before his injury, is keeping a low profile. “With such an injury you have to remain patient,” he explains. Schwarz draws a comparison with the cruciate ligament tear he suffered in 2019 when he was back on skis after about six months. “Due to the extra cartilage damage, the starting position is slightly different this time.” He certainly didn’t want to rush.

“I was there mentally and physically”

Schwarz crashed on the infamous Stelvio on December 28. Because he participated in many races as an all-rounder, the question of possible overload due to the busy racing calendar soon arose. Black is against this position. “The calendar is tight, but I was there mentally and physically.” There were “unfortunate circumstances” that led to the injury.

Schwarz won the slalom in Madonna di Campiglio (It) six days before the accident and took the lead in the overall World Cup. He was considered Marco Odermatt’s biggest competitor in the battle for the great crystal ball. (SDA/bir)

Source : Blick