Vonn Reveals Amputation Scare After Olympics

February 24, 2026 | Edition #435

A lot has happened lately. Lindsey Vonn has revealed a graphic detail about her injury following her Olympic crash. Meanwhile, Fred Kerley has weighed in on an athlete’s disqualification from a race. More on the stories below.

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As you read above, Lindsey Vonn has revealed that without her doctor and multiple surgeries, she was dangerously close to losing her leg. In light of that, her return to competitive skiing now seems highly unlikely to most. So tell us,

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Skiing accidents may be common, but this one caught everyone, especially the cameraman, completely off guard. Watch the video below…

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