His epidemic season ends prematurely for the Garmischer Simon Jocher.
For ski racers Simon Jocher, his season has ended prematurely. The 28-year-old, who has been plagued by a herniated disc and a heel leg injury for a long time, can be operated on in the coming week. This was confirmed by the German Ski Association (DSV), first the Munich Merkur had reported.
“I have pain every day. So it makes no sense, “said Jocher and added confidently:” Next season I want to attack fully again. “
Because of his health problems, he started only five World Cup races this winter, 13th place on Bormio’s departure was his best result. After all, it was enough for three more starts at the World Cup in Saalbach. In the team combination, his last race so far, the Garmischer became a eighth on the side of Linus Straßer.