Lindsey Vonn’s Recovery Journey after 2026 Olympic Crash

Nearly ten months have passed since Lindsey Vonn suffered significant injuries during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. The renowned skiing athlete continues to work through her recovery process. At 42, the five-time Olympian recently shared news on social media about her latest surgery.

In an emotional video, Vonn announced that she was undergoing her ninth surgery. She expressed her nervousness about the procedure, yet maintained a calm resolve to focus and rest on the surgery day. The operation’s goal was to remove hardware implanted during earlier medical procedures.

Explaining the surgery further, Vonn detailed, “We are removing all of the plates and screws to prepare for a new ACL.” Her previous attempts to compete were hindered by a torn ACL in her left leg that occurred before the games. During the women’s downhill event, she crashed and aggravated her leg injury.

Despite these setbacks, Vonn remains determined. She remarked on Instagram about the removal of the hardware and shared that her bones have healed, making way for the new ACL to be inserted. She acknowledged the journey ahead, noting that recovery from the ACL surgery would take another six to nine months.

Her post-surgery update was positive, with Vonn confirming the procedure was successful. Accompanying the announcement, she shared an image of the removed hardware, expressing relief at its removal. Her resilience and positivity continue to inspire her followers as she progresses through her recovery.