French skier Simond, 18, dies in training accident
French skier Margot Simond has died at the age of 18 after an accident in training in Val d'Isere on Thursday. The teenager was in training for a Red Bull Alpine event in France this weekend when she suffered a fall. A doctor attempted to resuscitate Simond, but she could not be revived.The full details of Simond's death are not yet known. Simond, who was crowned U18 slalom champion in March, was a highly regarded skier in her age category. The French Ski Federation said the skiing community was "deeply affected and saddened by Margot's passing"."We wish to express our sincere condolences to her family and loved ones and assure them of our full support during these particularly trying times," a statement read. This weekend's Red Bull Alpine event has been cancelled following Simond's death.
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