Dahlmeier injured in Karakoram mountaineering accident
According to a statement, the 31-year-old was climbing with a partner on Sunday, July 28, when she was caught in a rockfall at an altitude of approximately 5,700 metres. The accident occurred around noon local time.
"Her partner immediately alerted emergency services, and a rescue operation began. However, due to the remoteness of the location, a helicopter was only able to reach the site on the morning of July 29," the statement said.
An international rescue operation is currently underway, with no further details yet released on her condition.
Dahlmeier, who retired from professional competition in 2019 at the age of 25, was a standout athlete at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, where she clinched gold in the 7.5km sprint and 10km pursuit, along with a bronze in the 15km individual event.
In addition to her Olympic success, she has won 15 World Championship medals, including seven golds, making her one of Germany's most decorated winter sports athletes.
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