PARIS — French ski racer Cyprien Sarrazin is experiencing a swift recovery following the head injury he sustained in December, though uncertainty looms over his return to competitive skiing.
Sarrazin had to undergo surgery to address bleeding near his brain after a crash while preparing for the World Cup downhill event in Bormio, Italy.
Now, two months post-accident, Sarrazin expressed to L’Équipe newspaper on Monday that his progress has been notably rapid.
“It’s progressing very well,” said Sarrazin, who achieved his best performance on the World Cup circuit last season with four wins — three in downhill and one in super-G.
“I made considerable improvements initially and am aware of how close I came to disaster, so I’m focusing on the positives,” he stated. “More than anything, I’m taking things slowly. Recovery has sped up beyond expectations. I still have double vision that disrupts my down-sight, but physically I’m regaining my strength.”
Despite not having fully recovered from his crash, Sarrazin expressed a desire to return to skiing, though it might not be in a professional capacity.
“I still have that passion burning inside,” remarked the 30-year-old. “But, I’m fully aware of my recent ordeal, and I intend to proceed cautiously before making any announcements. Given the recent advancements, I’m open to the idea of coming back, as there’s always something pushing me forward.”
