Lindsey Vonn to Compete in Olympics After ACL Injury

Lindsey Vonn announced her intention to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy despite suffering a ruptured left ACL in a recent crash. At 41, she aims to race in women’s downhill, super-G, and the new team combined event, seeking to become the oldest alpine skier to medal at the Olympics. Vonn, who has previously won three Olympic medals, remains optimistic about her capabilities despite her injury. She holds a record of 12 World Cup wins in Cortina d’Ampezzo, where the women’s skiing events will take place.

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