February 3, 2026
Lindsey Vonn to compete in Winter Olympics days after suffering 'completely ruptured' ACL in World Cup crash
Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn said Tuesday that she will compete at Milan Cortina despite completely rupturing her ACL in a crash at a World Cup race just days earlier.
TL;DR
- Lindsey Vonn confirmed her participation in the Milan Cortina Olympics.
- She recently suffered a completely ruptured ACL, bone bruising, and potential meniscal damage from a crash.
- Vonn feels confident in her knee's stability and strength with a knee brace.
- She is scheduled to compete in the women's downhill, super-G, and team combined event.
- Vonn acknowledges the challenges but believes there is still a chance for her to perform well.
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