Teen Figure Skater Matilda Ferrari, 15, Dies Sud
Italy Mourns Young Skating Talent Matilda Ferrari
Tragic Accident
Italy is grieving after 15-year-old figure skater Matilda Ferrari died in Giustino, Trentino, while on her way to school.
She had been walking to catch her bus when the accident occurred, shocking the small alpine town.
Rising Star
Matilda trained daily with Sporting Ghiaccio Art Pinzolo and
had recently returned from a knee injury to place third in the Italian Cup final 2024.
Her club said it was painful to imagine the rink without her.
Community Grief
Mayor Manuel Cosi called her death “a terrible tragedy that leaves us speechless.”
Friends, teachers, and neighbors remembered her as bright, determined, and full of dreams.
Lasting Impact
Authorities are investigating the accident and reviewing local safety measures. Across Italy, tributes flooded social media, honoring Matilda’s radiant spirit and inspiration that touched many lives.