Crash on Crans‑Montana Jump Leaves Vonn With Left Knee Trauma Lindsey Vonn lost control on a jump during the final pre‑Olympic World Cup downhill, tangled in safety nets and was airlifted for medical evaluation; the incident occurred a week before the Milan‑Cortina opening ceremony and resulted in a left‑knee injury [1][2]. She posted an Instagram message affirming that “my Olympic dream is not over,” while indicating ongoing discussions with doctors [1][2]. ISF chief Urs Lehmann said the final decision on her Olympic eligibility will depend on forthcoming medical assessments [1][2].

Race Stopped After Multiple Crashes Amid Poor Visibility Officials cancelled the downhill race after Vonn’s accident and earlier falls by Austria’s Nina Ortlieb and Norway’s Marte Monsen, citing low‑visibility and heavy snowfall that made the course “bumpy everywhere” [1][2]. French skier Romane Miradoli described the hazardous conditions, prompting race officials to halt the event for safety [1]. The cancellation ended the World Cup competition prematurely, leaving athletes without a final result [2].

Season Success Highlights Vonn’s Resilience With Titanium Knee Implant Despite a partial titanium implant in her right knee, Vonn has been the circuit’s leading downhiller, securing two victories and podium finishes in seven of eight World Cup starts this season [1][2]. She returned after a six‑year hiatus and now holds a record 12 World Cup wins at Cortina [1]. Her performance underscores her competitive form heading into the Olympics, even with the implant [2].

Olympic Schedule Remains Intact Pending Medical Clearance Vonn is slated to start the women’s downhill on Feb. 8, with plans to compete in the super‑G and the new team combined event at Milan‑Cortina [1][2]. The ISF will await doctors’ verdicts before confirming her participation in any of these events [1][2]. Vonn’s statements and the federation’s cautious approach keep her Olympic prospects alive while the injury’s severity is evaluated [2].