US skier Lindsey Vonn reveals leg was nearly amputated

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete February 23, 2026 at 08:35 PM

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US skier Lindsey Vonn revealed on February 23, 2026, that she nearly had her leg amputated following an Olympic crash. The injury was so severe that amputation was considered a possibility. Vonn's doctor was ultimately able to relieve the traumatic injury, preventing the need for amputation. The specific location of the Olympics and the details of the crash were not provided in the source. The revelation highlights the severity of the injuries sustained during her skiing career.

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