Dahlmeier’s climbing partner, Marina Eva, alerted emergency services after the accident occurred at approximately 5,700 meters (18,700 feet) altitude on July 28. Information from her management confirmed that she is believed to have died on the same day. According to a statement released on her Instagram, Dahlmeier had expressed a wish that no one should risk their lives to save her in such situations, requesting that her body remain on the mountain. This request has been honored by her family and management.
Despite the initiation of a recovery operation, it was ultimately deemed too dangerous due to ongoing rockfall risks and unstable weather conditions. Dahlmeier’s management communicated the challenges faced during the recovery mission and noted her warm demeanor and inspirational outlook on life.
The German Olympic Sports Confederation commemorated her as "more than an Olympic champion," highlighting her influence and spirit. International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry expressed her condolences, calling Dahlmeier’s loss “deeply shocking” for the Olympic community. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier recognized her as an “ambassador” for the country and a role model for peace and coexistence.
Dahlmeier was a beloved figure in the world of sports, representing Germany in two Winter Olympics and achieving remarkable success, including two golds and a bronze medal at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games. She made history as the first woman to win both the sprint and pursuit events at the same Olympics and secured a total of 15 medals, including seven gold medals, at five World Championships before retiring in May 2019.
Despite the initiation of a recovery operation, it was ultimately deemed too dangerous due to ongoing rockfall risks and unstable weather conditions. Dahlmeier’s management communicated the challenges faced during the recovery mission and noted her warm demeanor and inspirational outlook on life.
The German Olympic Sports Confederation commemorated her as "more than an Olympic champion," highlighting her influence and spirit. International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry expressed her condolences, calling Dahlmeier’s loss “deeply shocking” for the Olympic community. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier recognized her as an “ambassador” for the country and a role model for peace and coexistence.
Dahlmeier was a beloved figure in the world of sports, representing Germany in two Winter Olympics and achieving remarkable success, including two golds and a bronze medal at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games. She made history as the first woman to win both the sprint and pursuit events at the same Olympics and secured a total of 15 medals, including seven gold medals, at five World Championships before retiring in May 2019.
