Summary
Lindsey Vonn is recovering from a severe leg injury she got during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. After a crash, she needed surgery and a blood transfusion to treat her injuries. She thanked her medical team on social media for their help in her recovery.
Key Facts
- Lindsey Vonn was injured in a crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.
- She had suffered a complex fracture to her left tibia, a fracture of the fibular head and tibial plateau, and a broken right ankle.
- Vonn required surgery and a blood transfusion to treat her injuries.
- She shared her recovery updates on social media platforms like Instagram.
- Vonn expressed gratitude to her medical team and credited them with helping her compete again.
- Dr. Tom Hackett and Dr. Roche were specifically mentioned for their roles in her recovery.
- Vonn referred to the Olympic crash injury as the most painful in her life.
