American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn was involved in a devastating crash during the downhill event at the Winter Olympics . The 41-year-old was representing Team USA , having bravely competed despite suffering a ruptured ACL before the Milan Cortina Games. The former gold medallist had been among the favourites to claim victory in the event before her pre-tournament injury. Vonn hung up her skis in 2019 but a partial knee replacement in 2024 paved the way for her remarkable comeback. Her Olympic