Lindsey Vonn Crashes in Olympic Downhill, Airlifted After Devastating Injury
Lindsey Vonn’s remarkable comeback at the Winter Olympics ended in heartbreak after just 13 seconds. The legendary American skier, racing in the women’s downhill final in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, suffered a severe crash that left her with a broken left leg, forcing her to be airlifted from the course.
Vonn, 41, had defied the odds to compete at these Games, attempting to become the oldest Alpine skier to win an Olympic medal. She had raced only nine days after rupturing her ACL, relying on a brace and sheer determination to take on the 1.6-mile Tofane course—a slope she has long called her favorite. Spectators and her family gathered at the base of the course, hoping to witness another historic moment in her storied career, but those hopes quickly turned to shock and concern.
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The crash occurred almost immediately after Vonn pushed off from the start gate. Her ski pole caught a gate, causing her to lose balance and roll violently down the slope. The sound of her impact echoed across the mountains as medics rushed to her side. Zipped into a stretcher and loaded onto a helicopter, she was transported to a nearby hospital for surgery to stabilize her leg. Officials confirmed the seriousness of the injury and Team USA continues to monitor her condition closely.
Vonn’s journey to this point had already been extraordinary. After retiring in 2021 due to injuries, she returned to competition with a robotic-assisted procedure on her right knee and an impressive series of World Cup podium finishes this season. Her goal in Cortina was audacious: to overcome both age and injury and claim another Olympic medal. Yet the sport’s unforgiving nature was on full display. The downhill, one of skiing’s fastest and most dangerous events, leaves no room for error, even for a skier of Vonn’s talent and experience.
This crash is a stark reminder of the risks elite athletes take and the resilience required to compete at the highest level. For fans and aspiring skiers, Vonn remains an icon—her courage and determination inspiring even in the face of adversity. While today’s race ended abruptly, her legacy as one of the greatest Alpine skiers in history is secure.
We will continue to track updates on Lindsey Vonn’s recovery and provide the latest from Cortina. Stay with us for ongoing coverage and insights into the Winter Olympics as we bring you the full story behind every headline.
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