Mayer celebrates comeback: From mental problems to World Cup dreams!

Mayer celebrates comeback: From mental problems to World Cup dreams!

A remarkable comeback plan takes shape: The 34-year-old ski star Matthias Mayer, who has been fighting with mental challenges in the past few months, is planning to start as a forerunner at the 2025 skiing championship in Saalbach. After a difficult year, which was characterized by his exclusion from an event in Kitzbühel and public clarifications about his health problems, Mayer, like Laola1 , now experienced a positive turn. "At the moment I can say that I am 100 percent fit and that I am mentally well," said the Carinthian.

The former world champion was looking for professional help after the incident in Kitzbühel, which was described in a press release from the Austrian Ski Association (ÖSV) as an expression of its ongoing health problems. This decision to get support describes Mayer as essential. "I didn't feel well after Kitzbühel. I noticed: I need someone from outside to help me," he said. This support has brought him to the way of improvement, such as Eurosport continues.

training focus and future plans

Mayer plans to drive as a forerunner in the Super-G and has already intensified the training. This gives speculation about a possible comeback, although he emphasizes that he has not yet had concrete plans. "I never ruled out a comeback - but never agreed," said the former athlete. This hesitates reflects the challenges associated with the printing of competitive sports and his personal experiences, as well as the versatile causes of his mental excessive demands, which he spoke openly. "Showing weaknesses is a difficult topic in the ski circus," said Mayer. But with a positive attitude and a clear plan, he is now looking forward.