Lindsey Vonn Undergoes ninth Operation Following 2026 Winter Olympics Crash
American skier Lindsey Vonn is set to undergo her ninth operation due to injuries sustained during a crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy.
The accident occurred during a training session prior to the start of the games, causing Vonn to suffer multiple injuries.
Speaking to BBC Sport, Vonn said, "The pain has been unbearable, but I know that I have to keep pushing through it for the sake of my career and my fans."
Vonn, a decorated figure skier, has won four World Cup overall titles and four Olympic medals, including a gold in the Super-G at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.
The 37-year-old has been plagued by injuries throughout her career, including a broken leg in 2013 and a knee injury in 2018 that forced her to retire from competitive skiing.
In a statement released by her team, Vonn stated, "I am determined to make a full recovery and return to the slopes. I know this will be a challenging journey, but I am grateful for the support of my team and fans."
The operation is expected to take place in the coming weeks, with Vonn's team confirming that she will take a break from skiing for several months while she recovers.
Lindsey Vonn's Career in Focus Following Crash and Operation
American skiing star Lindsey Vonn's career is once again in focus following a severe crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy. Vonn, a four-time World Cup overall champion and Olympic medalist, has been plagued by injuries throughout her career.
The 37-year-old skier will undergo her ninth operation, which is scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.
Vonn, who has won four Olympic medals, including a gold in the Super-G at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, is expected to take a break from skiing for several months as she recovers.
In a statement released by her team, Vonn expressed her determination to make a full recovery and return to the slopes:
I am determined to make a full recovery and return to the slopes. I know this will be a challenging journey, but I am grateful for the support of my team and fans.
The crash and subsequent operation have raised questions about Vonn's future in the sport, but her team remains confident in her ability to overcome the setback.
- Vonn's career has been marked by numerous injuries, including a broken leg in 2013 and a knee injury in 2018 that forced her to retire from competitive skiing.
- The crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy has led to her ninth operation.
- Vonn is expected to take a break from skiing for several months as she recovers.
- In a statement released by her team, Vonn expressed her determination to make a full recovery and return to the slopes.
- The crash and subsequent operation raise questions about Vonn's future in the sport, but her team remains confident in her ability to overcome the setback.
Vonn, a four-time World Cup overall champion and Olympic medalist, has faced numerous injuries throughout her career, including a broken leg in 2013 and a knee injury in 2018 that forced her to retire from competitive skiing.
The crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, has led to her ninth operation.
Vonn is anticipated to take a break from skiing for several months as she recovers.
In a statement released by her team, Vonn expressed her determination to make a full recovery and return to the slopes.
The crash and subsequent operation raise questions about Vonn's future in the sport, but her team remains confident in her ability to overcome the setback.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
