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Alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has received heartfelt messages of support from football icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Zlatan Ibrahimović following a severe injury sustained at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
The American star suffered a devastating crash that led to a complex tibia fracture and a critical medical emergency, prompting multiple surgeries, including one that prevented amputation of her leg. She was recently discharged from the hospital and has begun sharing her recovery journey publicly.
As she currently recovers following the life-threatening injury, the Olympic player has received some powerful messages from the two footballing legends as the cross-sport encouragement highlights the deep respect among elite athletes facing career-threatening setbacks.
Ronaldo calls Vonn unbreakable as Ibrahimovic urges her to keep fighting post-surgery
Ronaldo commented on Lindsey Vonn's Instagram post on her recovery update after discharge from the hospital, with a heartfelt and motivational message. The Al Nasar forward wrote:
"Champions are defined by the moments they win, and the moments they refuse to give up. The mountains you conquered were never bigger than the strength you carry.”
The Real Madrid legend continued:
“Keep fighting. Legends always rise."
Vonn replied to him:
"@cristiano
coming from you this means so much."
On the other hand, Ibrahimovic left a shorter, direct message of encouragement on her post. The PSG icon’s message read:
"Giving up is not an option."
Vonn's terrifying crash at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics also involved concerns about a concussion in addition to her severe leg injuries. She suffered fractures in her tibia, fibula, and right ankle, plus compartment syndrome.
However, she updated her fans that Vonn has been out of the hospital for almost two weeks. The athlete also stated that she feels better before moving to her home, calling it a big step.
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