Anna Schaffelhuber

Early Career

• Anna Schaffelhuber began skiing at a young age, and despite being diagnosed with paraplegia as a child, she pursued her passion for the sport. Her determination and talent led her to join the German national team, where she began competing at an international level.

Paralympic Success

• Schaffelhuber made her Paralympic debut at the Vancouver 2010 Games, where she won a silver medal. Her breakthrough came at the Sochi 2014 Paralympics, where she claimed gold in all five alpine skiing events, making her the first athlete to accomplish this feat. She continued her success at the PyeongChang 2018 Games, defending three of her titles and bringing her total Paralympic gold medal count to seven.

Retirement

• Following the 2018 Paralympics, Schaffelhuber announced her retirement from competitive sports. However, she remains actively involved in promoting adaptive sports and advocating for disability rights, using her platform to inspire and support the next generation of athletes.

Germany National Team

• Debut: Anna Schaffelhuber debuted for Germany’s national team in 2006.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Games: 7 gold medals and 1 silver medal.
• World Championships: 5 gold, 3 silver, and 3 bronze medals.
• Schaffelhuber is one of Germany’s most accomplished Paralympic athletes.

• Position: As an alpine skier, she competes across all five disciplines – downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom, and super combined.
• Skills: Schaffelhuber is recognised for her speed, precision, and strength, with particular acclaim for her versatility and determination on the slopes.

• Education: She holds a degree in Economics and has shown a keen interest in politics.
• Advocacy: Schaffelhuber is actively engaged in promoting adaptive sports and advocating for disability rights, and she supports a variety of charitable causes.

• Anna Schaffelhuber is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her determination and resilience in overcoming her disability. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the slopes, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Paralympic Games:

• 7 gold medals

World Championships:

• 5 gold medals
• 3 silver medals
• 3 bronze medals

Other Awards:

• Winner of the Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability 2015

Anna Schaffelhuber is a German alpine skier, born on 22 February 1993 in Regensburg, Germany, and is considered one of the most accomplished athletes in Paralympic history. She began her competitive skiing journey with the German national team and has since won numerous titles, including seven Paralympic gold medals.

Schaffelhuber is celebrated for her speed, strength, precision, and versatility on the slopes. She has achieved remarkable feats, including becoming the first athlete to win gold across all five alpine disciplines at a single Paralympics, underscoring her technical mastery and adaptability.

Outside her athletic career, Schaffelhuber is a dedicated advocate for disability rights and is involved in charitable work, using her platform to raise awareness and support for inclusivity in sports and broader society.