Winter Olympics icon Lindsey Vonn displayed unwavering support for Team USA despite a harrowing crash during the event. Her teammate, gold medalist Breezy Johnson, revealed that Vonn was cheering her on from an airlift helicopter following the incident in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Vonn, aged 41, made a return to the Winter Olympics after a hiatus since 2018 and skipping the 2022 Games. Unfortunately, her comeback was marred by a flag marker mishap that caused her to be thrown off the course.
The severity of the crash was exacerbated by Vonn’s recent admission of a “completely ruptured” ACL in her left knee just a week prior to the Games. While some criticized the decision to allow her to compete, others lauded her resilience and spirit.
Johnson, 30, received Vonn’s encouragement even as she was being airlifted for medical attention. Johnson’s successful run secured her a gold medal, making her the second American to achieve this feat after Vonn in 2010.
The sound of Vonn’s distress during the crash elicited an emotional response from BBC commentator Chemmy Alcott, who was moved to tears describing the scene. Johnson, in turn, sent a heartfelt message of support to Vonn amidst her own celebration of victory.
Looking ahead, fans can catch the UEFA Champions League action on TNT Sports via the TNT Sports Prime Video channel, which also offers Premier League and FA Cup fixtures. Johnson’s recent triumph at the Winter Olympics adds to her list of achievements, including her success at the 2025 Alpine World Ski Championships.
Johnson defended Vonn’s decision to compete despite her injury, highlighting the unseen challenges athletes face. She emphasized that many athletes have competed without an ACL and that the complete picture is often not fully understood by the public.
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