Lindsey Vonn Confirms Her Olympic Return Days After World Cup Crash in Switzerland [WATCH]

Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn confirmed Tuesday that she plans to compete in the upcoming Milan Cortina Games, just days after suffering an injury during a World Cup race in Switzerland that raised questions about her immediate future on the slopes, as reported by Fox News.

Vonn, 41, made the announcement during a news conference following a crash Friday at a World Cup event in Crans-Montana.

“My Olympic dream is not over.”

Lindsey Vonn releases a statement following her crash earlier today.

: https://t.co/LVrdMmgZXd pic.twitter.com/yrg1DLBteV

— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) January 30, 2026

Warning: Account balances and purchasing power no longer tell the same story. Know in 2 minutes if your retirement is working for you.

The incident occurred during her final run, when she appeared to lose control while attempting to land a jump.

Wishing Lindsey Vonn a speedy recovery following her crash in Crans-Montana ❤️ pic.twitter.com/hZ6PcPVvW3

— TNT Sports (@tntsports) January 30, 2026

This Could Be the Most Important Video Gun Owners Watch All Year

Vonn was airlifted from the course as a precaution, a scene that quickly circulated across international sports coverage and fueled speculation about whether her Olympic comeback could be derailed.

Lindsey Vonn crashes in last race before the winter Olympics.

Airlifted out. pic.twitter.com/TXZb6pin58

— Mila Joy (@Milajoy) January 30, 2026

Hours after the crash, Vonn addressed the situation publicly, confirming that she had injured her left knee. No additional details about the severity of the injury were disclosed at that time, and officials did not indicate that surgery or long-term treatment was required.

Despite the scare, Vonn told reporters Tuesday that she remains committed to competing in Milan Cortina, which will be held in Italy.

The confirmation came amid widespread discussion about the physical toll of elite competition and the challenges of returning to Olympic form after injury, particularly at Vonn’s age.

Vonn’s return to high-level competition has drawn significant attention within the skiing world.

One of the most decorated alpine skiers in history, she has previously battled multiple serious injuries throughout her career, including knee issues that contributed to her retirement from competitive skiing in 2019.

Her decision to resume competition and pursue another Olympic appearance has been viewed by supporters as a testament to her resilience and experience.

Friday’s crash added a new layer of uncertainty, especially given the timing so close to the Winter Games. Vonn’s confirmation on Tuesday, however, appeared intended to quiet doubts and signal that she does not intend to step aside.

The World Cup incident in Switzerland did not result in any reported injuries to other competitors, and officials have not indicated that course conditions were a factor.

Vonn did not provide specifics about her recovery timeline during the news conference, focusing instead on her intent to move forward.

The Milan Cortina Games will mark the first Winter Olympics jointly hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The event is expected to draw heightened interest from American audiences, particularly if Vonn follows through on her plan to compete.

Vonn’s announcement also underscores the high-risk nature of alpine skiing, where even veteran athletes face unpredictable conditions and split-second decisions at speed.

Her ability to return to competition after being airlifted from a World Cup course only days earlier has already become one of the most closely watched storylines heading into the Games.

Organizers and team officials have not commented further on Vonn’s condition, and no updates were provided regarding potential limitations on her training or competition schedule.

For now, Vonn’s message was clear: despite the crash, the injury, and renewed scrutiny, she plans to be on the Olympic старт line in Italy.

The opinions expressed by contributors and/or content partners are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of LifeZette. Contact us for guidelines on submitting your own commentary.