Skiing icon Lindsey Vonn suffered a dramatic crash during the women’s downhill alpine skiing final at the Winter Olympics on Sunday. Vonn, aged 41, was back on the slopes just nine days after sustaining a left ruptured anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Unfortunately, Vonn’s comeback was short-lived as she crashed early in her run, prompting immediate medical attention and the use of a stretcher. The distressing scene saw Vonn visibly in pain and emotional, leading to her being airlifted to a nearby hospital.
Former Olympic skier Graham Bell expressed shock while providing commentary on BBC Two, remarking on Vonn’s dedicated efforts despite the unfortunate outcome. The incident evoked an emotional response from fellow skier Chemmy Alcott, who raced alongside Vonn and shared her feelings of sadness and concern for Vonn’s well-being.
Vonn had previously endured a similar injury on January 30, but she had shown remarkable recovery progress leading up to the current competition. However, her hopes for a successful Olympics were dashed with this latest crash, resulting in a temporary pause in the event.
In a related incident, Cande Moreno also suffered a crash on the course shortly after Vonn, further adding to the dramatic events of the day. Meanwhile, Sky has announced discounted rates for its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming season, offering an increased number of live matches across various leagues.
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