The snowboarding community has been left devastated after iconic Slovenian star Marko Grilc tragically died while filming in Austria, at the age of 38.
Grilc – who has been a prominent figure in the freestyle snowboarding scene for more than two decades, was reportedly killed after falling and hitting his head on a snow-covered rock.
The Slovenian was part of a filming team exploring the terrain in the Austrian ski resort of Salden when the tragedy struck.
He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident and died from fatal head injuries sustained during the tragedy.
Efforts to resuscitate Grilc by his team and employees of the resort ultimately failed, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Two of Grilc’s sponsors – Burton Snowboards and GoPro – shared the heartbreaking news of his death via social media.
“With a heavy heart we share that yesterday, our dear friend and Burton team rider Marko “Grilo” Grilc passed away in an accident while snowboarding,” Burton Snowboards tweeted.
“Our heart goes out to his fiancé Nina and their children, family, and friends, who all shared his love and passion for snowboarding.”
A statement from GoPro read: “We are saddened to hear the news of Marko Grilc’s passing. He was a beloved member of the GoPro family and inspired us not only as a professional athlete, but as a father and an amazing human.
“He was a legend and will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”
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