The accident occurred in Arosa in the Swiss Alps on Monday.
Hediger died when she was caught in an avalanche, but out of respect for her family, the Swiss Ski Federation will not release further details.
– For the Swiss winter sports family, Sophie’s tragic death has cast a dark shadow over the Christmas holiday. We are extremely sorry. We will never forget Sophie, says the ski association’s chairman Walter Reusser in a statement on the association’s website.
Hediger took his first two podiums in the World Cup last season and also competed in the 2022 Olympics in snowboard cross.
The club: “Tragic demise”
In addition to sports, she was together with Dario Wütrich, national team meritorious hockey player who plays for Ambri-Piotta in Switzerland’s highest league.
The ice hockey club signs X:
“We join the grief of the defender Dario Wüthrich over the sudden and tragic passing of his beloved partner Sophie. We send our deepest condolences and hugs to their families.”