Vonn airlifted to hospital after crash at cancelled final pre-Olympic race

Al JazeeraCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete by Kevin HandJanuary 30, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Vonn airlifted to hospital after crash at cancelled final pre-Olympic race

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Lindsey Vonn crashed during a World Cup downhill race in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on January 30, 2026, casting doubt on her participation in the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The 41-year-old skier lost control after a jump, becoming entangled in safety nets and favoring her left knee. She was airlifted to a hospital for evaluation after receiving medical attention on site. The race, Vonn's final downhill before the Olympics, was subsequently cancelled after three of the first six racers crashed due to difficult conditions. Vonn, who had a partial right knee replacement last season, has been a dominant force this season, with multiple podium finishes. Her first Olympic race is scheduled for February.

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