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Lindsey Vonn Recovers After Life-Saving Leg Surgeries

3/26/2026

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Lindsey Vonn aimed for Olympic gold in Italy last month.
She suffered a severe leg injury during her first run, which required five surgeries to save her leg from amputation.
Vonn said, "I don’t like to close the door on anything."
Vonn remains one of the most decorated skiers, with an Olympic gold medal and 84 World Cup victories.
She is currently recovering in Park City, Utah.

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Lindsey Vonn aimed for Olympic gold in Italy last month.
She suffered a severe leg injury during her first run, which required five surgeries to save her leg from amputation.
Vonn said, "I don’t like to close the door on anything."
Vonn remains one of the most decorated skiers, with an Olympic gold medal and 84 World Cup victories.
She is currently recovering in Park City, Utah.