Lindsey Vonn says "ride was worth the fall" after fourth surgery for broken leg, set to return to U.S.

February 15, 2026

TL;DR

Lindsey Vonn announced her fourth surgery for a broken left leg was successful.
She has been cleared to return to the United States after the injury sustained during the Winter Olympics.
Vonn expressed no regrets about the crash, viewing the experience as worthwhile.
She plans to provide more updates on her injury after returning to the U.S.
Vonn competed despite a previous ACL tear, aiming for the Milan Cortina Games.
She emphasized a preference for taking risks to ski at her potential over playing it safe.
Vonn requested empathy and support, not sadness or sympathy, hoping her fight inspires others.

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