Lindsey Vonn Opens Up After Emergency Airlift: Skiing Legend’s Health Update Revealed

Lindsey Vonn has resolutely declared that her Olympic aspirations remain intact despite a recent mishap that left her hospitalized with a left knee injury. Her passionate resolve was evident in a heartfelt message following the incident.

The American ski legend faced a dramatic moment in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, when she lost control after a jump, veering into the safety nets. The crash was a stark reminder of the sport’s inherent risks.

After receiving medical aid for around five minutes, Vonn managed to get back on her feet, albeit in visible discomfort. Leaning on her ski poles for support, she made her way cautiously to the finish line, pausing a couple of times and visibly favoring her injured knee.

At 41, Vonn addressed the incident in a statement, saying, “I crashed during the Downhill race in Switzerland, injuring my left knee. I’m currently consulting with my doctors and team, and more examinations are on the horizon.”

She acknowledged the daunting timing, just a week before the Olympics, but expressed unwavering determination: “This outcome is challenging, but if there’s one skill I’ve mastered, it’s making a comeback.”

‘My Olympic dream is not over. Thank you for all of the love and support. I will give more information when I have it.

Lindsey Vonn was airlifted to hospital with an injury that could threaten her Winter Olympics

The American great, 41, appeared to hurt her knee after crashing in Switzerland

Vonn was defiant over her Olympic dream but there are still big doubts over her competing 

‘Thank you to all the medical staff who helped me today. I am grateful for all the incredible help I received.’

The US Ski team backed up Vonn’s message, saying in a statement: ‘Lindsey Vonn crashed in today’s Crans Montana World Cup downhill and injured her left knee, however her Olympic dream isn’t over yet.’ 

Vonn is one of the most decorated skiiers of all time and embarking on an incredible comeback to the sport going into next week’s Games. 

But now, despite her resilient tone on the crash, there is inevitably huge concern over if she’ll be able to participate at all. 

Vonn’s first Olympic race is the women´s downhill on February 8. She was also planning on competing in the super-G and the new team combined event at the Games. 

Before she was airlifted, Vonn was further assessed inside the medical tent over the issue. Organizers then cancelled the World Cup race after her crash due to the incessant snowfall.

One of her fellow competitors, Romane Miradoli of France, raised the alarm over the conditions and visibility. 

‘You can’t see, and it’s bumpy everywhere,’ she said. ‘We just couldn’t see well.’

Vonn lost control after landing a jump in Crans-Montana, injuring her left knee 

Vonn eventually made it down to the finish line but she was clearly concerned by her injury  

Vonn had made a stunning comeback last season at age 40 after nearly six years away from ski racing. 

Skiing with a partial titanium implant in her right knee, she has been the circuit’s leading downhiller this season with two victories and three other podium finishes in the five races. 

In a recent interview with SELF, Vonn had explained that these coming Games in Italy would be her last, no matter what happened.

‘No, no, no. That’s all she wrote. This is 24 years after my first Olympics. I’ve won everything I could have ever won,’ she said.

‘I’m not doing this to prove anything to anyone. I’m doing this because I think I can do well, it’s a meaningful place for me, and I think I can make a positive impact… But I don’t have to.

‘I’m going to stand on the starting gate with a lot of clarity, and a lot of perspective, and a lot of wisdom and knowledge that you don’t have when you’re younger. 

Vonn holds her left knee after crashing in concerning scenes for the American great 

Vonn had previously insisted that this Winter Olympics would be her last at age 41

‘I think my age in this scenario is an advantage, and I’m gonna use that to the best of my ability.’

Vonn, who previously dated Tiger Woods and was once engaged to hockey player P.K. Subban, also said she is single for an Olmypics for the first time.

‘I have never been single going into any Olympics in my life,’ she said. ‘So I’m excited to try that out. It’s been really nice to just be focused on myself.’