Lindsey Vonn was badly injured after a frightening crash during the Olympic downhill race. She lost control early on the course and fell hard, leaving spectators shocked as she screamed in pain.
The crash came only days after Vonn revealed she was competing with a serious knee injury, including a fully ruptured ACL. Despite the risk, she chose to race, saying she wanted to give everything in what she described as her final Olympic downhill.
Medical teams treated Vonn on the slope for an extended time. She was unable to stand and was later airlifted by helicopter to hospital for further checks. The race was overshadowed by concern for her condition.
After the incident, Vonn’s family spoke publicly about their fear. Her sister said the crash was “scary” and that the family is hoping for the best. She explained that skiing is a dangerous sport and that accidents can happen very quickly.
At the time of reporting, Vonn was still being medically evaluated. No further details about her injuries had been confirmed, and her future in the competition remains uncertain.