Laura Dahlmeier’s death moves many people. In addition to companions and personalities from sport, Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier also condolized. He describes the former biathlete as an “ambassador across borders”.
It has been sad certainty since Wednesday afternoon: The former world-class biathlete Laura Dahlmeier is dead. At the age of only 31, she died after a rockfall in Pakistan when climbing the mountain Laila Peak.
“She was not only one of the most successful athletes in the history of the German Ski Association, but also an extraordinary person full of joie de vivre, courage and warmth – on and off the trail. She touched and inspired us with her passion for sport, down -to -earthness and her contagious laughter,” wrote the German Ski Association (DSV) for which she in Pyeongchang Olympic Gold in Sprint and in the sprint Persecution won, as well as seven World Cup titles and once the overall World Cup before she ended her career in 2019 at the age of 25.
“She has exemplified that it is worth standing for her own dreams”
The family of the deceased exceptional athlete said: “We say goodbye to a great person. Laura has enriched our lives and the lives of many with her warm and straightforward way. She has lived up to us that it is worthwhile to stand up for your own dreams and goals and always stay loyal. We strength and courage to go on our way. “
Federal President Steinmeier: “Role proposal across borders”
Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier was affected by the news: “Like so many people in our country, I wore Laura Dahlmeier and hoped to be able to be recovered alive after her tragic mountain accident in Pakistan.” The 69-year-old praised her in his condolence letter as a “role model for a peaceful, happy and fair coexistence across borders. So she will be remembered by many people in our country.”
In the video: reactions to the death of Laura Dahlmeier
In the audio: reactions to the death of Laura Dahlmeier
Markus Söder: “Queen of Winter Sports”
The Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder wrote: “Bavaria mourns the loss of a queen of winter sports. The news of Laura Dahlmeier’s death is deeply affected. The young woman broke out in the middle of life. Laura Dahlmeier embodied her homeland in the best sense: she was ambitious and successful and always remained native and modest.”
DOSB President Weikert: “Your story remains”
Thomas Weikert, President of the German Olympic Sports Association, explained that the “entire German sport” mourning around Laura Dahlmeier: “We are deeply shaken about the sudden and early death of this wonderful person. We are in my family and friends and will offer our support. Laura was a role model and inspiration for so many of us in and outside. Legal, which goes far beyond medals.
Felix Loch about “model” Dahlmeier: “Thanks for your way”
Common companions also spoke up. Racing toilet Felix Loch thought Dahlmeier thought as a model for all “athletes and the entire German winter sports”. “Thank you for your path, your role model and your traces you left – in the snow and in our hearts.”
Miriam Neureuther: “Will never forget you”
Evi Diesbacher stand, with which Dahlmeier was active together in the World Cup, wrote: “And suddenly the world is silent for a moment. Laura, you stay. In heart, memories, thoughts. My deepest sympathy applies to your family.” Felix Neureuther was “stunned and deeply sad” and wrote: “Quiet in peace, dear Laura”.
Miriam Neureuther, the former biathlete, who comes like Dahlmeier from Garmisch-Partenkirchen and therefore knows her since childhood, also expressed very emotionally: “Dear Laura, it is not to be put into words how much the news of your death shocked me! From the bird baby in kindergarten about our ski club-Garmisch period and then all the years together in our sport. Always wear in my heart!
The Polish biathlete Weronika Nowakowska, with whom she started together in the World Cup for years, wrote on Instagram: “In February we laughed together and said that when I train a bit and my children are older, we go to the high mountains together. Goodbye warrior.”
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Source: BR24Live 30.07.2025 – 4:00 p.m.
