The Olympic women’s downhill witnessed a dramatic moment when veteran skier Lindsey Vonn crashed just seconds after starting her run in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
The 41-year-old American lost control on the opening section of the course after taking a tight line and was thrown off balance mid-air. She fell heavily and remained on the snow for several minutes while medical staff attended to her. After receiving on-site treatment, Vonn was secured on a stretcher and taken away from the course by helicopter for further medical evaluation. Officials later said her condition would be assessed, with no immediate update provided.
Vonn had entered the race with a history of serious knee injuries and was competing despite ongoing physical challenges. Her return to elite competition after nearly six years away had been one of the most closely watched stories of the Winter Games. The crash occurred just 13 seconds into her run, bringing a sudden halt to her Olympic campaign and raising questions about the future of her career.
Despite the incident, the race continued, and Vonn’s teammate Breezy Johnson won the gold medal, becoming only the second American woman to claim an Olympic downhill title after Vonn’s victory in 2010. The win came on an emotional day for the team, as attention remained on Vonn’s condition.
Known for her resilience, Vonn has competed through injuries for decades and remains one of the most successful downhill skiers in history, with a lasting impact on the sport.
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