Lindsey Vonn airlifted off mountain after crashing in Olympic women’s downhillBy Press Association Sport Staff, CortinaLindsey Vonn was airlifted off the mountain after crashing early in her run in the Olympic women’s downhill in Cortina. The American superstar clipped a gate and somersaulted off the course, leading to an extended delay as she was tended by a team of medics. The 41-year-old, who won downhill gold in Vancouver in 2010, had been intent on competing despite tearing her ACL in a warm-up race in Crans-Montana just over a week ago. A rescue helicopter arrives after United States’ Lindsey Vonn crashes during an alpine ski women’s downhill race (Jacquelyn Martin/AP) Photo by Jacquelyn MartinThe huge crowd at the Tofane Alpine Centre fell almost silent as Vonn received extended treatment, then broke into cheers as the medical helicopter arrived to whisk her to hospital. Fans reacted after watching Lindsey Vonn crashing out (Andrew Milligan/PA) Photo by Andrew MilliganShe had won two World Cup events this season and been among the favourites for the downhill before her fall in Switzerland.

Source: Irish Independent February 08, 2026 18:31 UTC