Lindsey Vonn Shares Health Update After 9th Surgery Since Leg Injury Suffered in Olympics Crash
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Key Points:
- Lindsey Vonn successfully underwent her ninth leg surgery since her injury at the 2026 Olympics, with the procedure involving the removal of old plates and screws to prepare for a new ACL installation.
- Vonn originally sustained a torn ACL and a complex tibia fracture during a crash at a World Cup downhill event just before the Olympics, leading to multiple surgeries and an initial risk of leg amputation.
- Her regular orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Tom Hackett, performed critical surgery that prevented amputation, and Vonn has expressed gratitude for his efforts in saving her leg.
- Despite the severity of her injuries and numerous surgeries, Vonn has hinted at a possible future return to skiing, either competitively or recreationally, depending on her physical and mental recovery.
- Vonn had ended her retirement in November 2024, qualified for the 2026 Winter Olympics in December 2025, and competed despite her injury, demonstrating her determination and resilience.
