American skier Lindsey Vonn has been released from the hospital after undergoing surgery to save her leg from amputation following a crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Vonn suffered complex tibia and ankle fractures, and experienced compartment syndrome, leading to extensive surgery. She expressed no regrets about competing despite a prior ACL injury and is now focused on rehabilitation, transitioning from a wheelchair to crutches.
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