Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic injury draws touching show of support from tennis companion

Lindsey Vonn’s pursuit of another Winter Olympic medal took a devastating turn after a dramatic crash in the World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana — the final downhill before the Olympics. The legendary alpine skier was airlifted off the course after rupturing her ACL, casting immediate doubt over her participation in the Games.

For many, it appeared the curtain had fallen on Vonn’s Olympic ambitions. But true to her career-long reputation for resilience, the American icon refused to concede defeat.

Determined to keep her dream alive, Vonn pushed through rehabilitation and made her way to Milan. Her performances in training reignited belief, as she set her sights on capturing a fourth Winter Olympic medal and adding yet another milestone to her decorated legacy.

Another crash, another battle

Just as momentum seemed to be shifting in her favor, disaster struck again. During the Olympic downhill event, Lindsey Vonn suffered another crash and was taken to hospital. The latest setback resulted in a broken leg, requiring surgery.

Despite the heartbreak, the outpouring of support was immediate and global. Fellow athletes, fans, and sporting legends rallied around one of winter sport’s most recognizable faces.

Among those who reached out was Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic, who has been in Milan watching the Winter Olympic Games with his family. The 24-time Grand Slam champion took to Instagram with a simple but powerful message.