Search

Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions

3239 results for "lindsey vonn comeback"

Ski Legend Lindsey Vonn Vows Olympics Comeback After Crash
Community HeroesJan 31

Ski Legend Lindsey Vonn Vows Olympics Comeback After Crash

Lindsey Vonn crashed during her final race before the Winter Olympics, injuring her left knee but declaring her Olympic dream "not over." The 41-year-old skiing icon, who made a stunning comeback last season after six years away, is working with doctors to compete in Milan Cortina next week.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Eyes Olympic Comeback Days After ACL Tear
Community HeroesFeb 3

Lindsey Vonn Eyes Olympic Comeback Days After ACL Tear

Ski champion Lindsey Vonn plans to race at the Olympics this Sunday despite rupturing her knee ligament in a crash just days ago. The 41-year-old says she won't go home with regrets after making an already stunning comeback from retirement.

BBC Sport2 min read
Lindsey Vonn, 41, Makes Olympic Comeback with 7 Podiums
SportsJan 19

Lindsey Vonn, 41, Makes Olympic Comeback with 7 Podiums

At 41, ski legend Lindsey Vonn has claimed seven podium finishes in eight races this season, making her a double medal favorite at next month's Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. No other skier has more than three podiums in speed events this year.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Eyes Comeback After 5 Surgeries
Community HeroesMar 26

Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Eyes Comeback After 5 Surgeries

Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn survived a devastating crash and five life-saving surgeries, but she's not ruling out a return to the slopes. Her determination shows the resilience that made her one of skiing's greatest athletes.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Races Olympic Comeback Week After Torn ACL
Community HeroesFeb 5

Lindsey Vonn Races Olympic Comeback Week After Torn ACL

Legendary skier Lindsey Vonn is refusing to let a torn ACL end her Olympic dream, sharing intense rehab videos just days before her event. After a devastating crash last week, the 41-year-old is proving that determination might be her strongest muscle yet.

Google: world cup victory3 min read
Lindsey Vonn: "My Olympic Dream Is Not Over" After Crash
SportsJan 31

Lindsey Vonn: "My Olympic Dream Is Not Over" After Crash

Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn crashed just a week before the Winter Games but refuses to give up on her remarkable comeback story. The 41-year-old champion is racing against time to heal and compete in Milan Cortina.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Lindsey Vonn to Inspire USC Grads After Olympic Crash
Community HeroesApr 24

Lindsey Vonn to Inspire USC Grads After Olympic Crash

Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn will deliver USC Annenberg's commencement keynote on May 15, just months after a devastating crash in Italy ended her Olympic comeback. The gold medalist continues recovery while preparing to share her message of resilience with graduates.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Returns to Racing at 40 After Knee Surgery
SportsFeb 3

Lindsey Vonn Returns to Racing at 40 After Knee Surgery

Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn staged an incredible comeback to competitive skiing at age 40, just months after partial knee replacement surgery. The legendary athlete who trained in Vail as a child now inspires the next generation through her foundation.

Google: world cup victory2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Recovering After Devastating Olympic Crash
Community HeroesMay 1

Lindsey Vonn Recovering After Devastating Olympic Crash

Five months after a horrifying crash ended her Olympic comeback, skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is learning to walk again. The 40-year-old underwent five surgeries and faced losing her leg, but she's already ditching the wheelchair.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Trains Days After ACL Rupture Before Olympics
SportsFeb 5

Lindsey Vonn Trains Days After ACL Rupture Before Olympics

Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is back in the gym doing box jumps and squats just days after completely rupturing her ACL in a crash. The 41-year-old ski legend says she's competing in Sunday's downhill race at the Winter Olympics, wearing a knee brace and refusing to give up on her comeback dream.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Races for Olympic Gold With Torn ACL at 41
SportsFeb 8

Lindsey Vonn Races for Olympic Gold With Torn ACL at 41

Nine days after rupturing her ACL, skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is competing in Sunday's Olympic downhill final in Cortina, Italy. The 41-year-old's comeback defies medical expectations and showcases the power of determination over doubt.

Google: world cup victory3 min read
Lindsey Vonn Makes Olympic Team at 41 After Knee Surgery
SportsJan 22

Lindsey Vonn Makes Olympic Team at 41 After Knee Surgery

Six years after retirement and a partial knee replacement, skiing legend Lindsey Vonn just earned her spot on Team USA for the upcoming Olympics. The 41-year-old isn't just making a comeback—she's winning races and breaking her own records.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Surgeon Saves Olympian Lindsey Vonn's Leg After Crash
Community HeroesFeb 24

Surgeon Saves Olympian Lindsey Vonn's Leg After Crash

Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn credits a Team USA surgeon with saving her leg after a crash led to a life-threatening condition. The 41-year-old is now recovering and says every moment of her comeback was worth it.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Racing Olympics Despite Torn ACL at 41
Community HeroesFeb 7

Lindsey Vonn Racing Olympics Despite Torn ACL at 41

Ski legend Lindsey Vonn completed her first Olympic training run just days after tearing her ACL, proving she's ready to compete in Sunday's downhill at age 41. The five-time Olympian is ending her comeback career at Cortina, the Italian mountain where she's won more races than any skier at any single venue.

ESPN3 min read
Lindsey Vonn, 41, Training for Olympics After Knee Injury
SportsFeb 6

Lindsey Vonn, 41, Training for Olympics After Knee Injury

Olympic ski legend Lindsey Vonn is pushing through a torn ACL to compete at the Milano Cortina Olympics. Just days after a crash in Switzerland, the 41-year-old is back in the gym proving age and injury won't stop her Olympic dreams.

Japan Times2 min read
Lindsey Vonn to Race Olympics Days After Tearing ACL
SportsFeb 3

Lindsey Vonn to Race Olympics Days After Tearing ACL

Skiing legend Lindsey Vonn plans to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics this Sunday, just four days after completely rupturing her ACL in a crash. The 41-year-old's determination showcases the resilience that's made her one of the greatest athletes in winter sports history.

ESPN2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Races Olympics Days After Tearing Her ACL
SportsFeb 8

Lindsey Vonn Races Olympics Days After Tearing Her ACL

Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn will compete in the women's downhill this Sunday, just over a week after completely tearing her ACL in a World Cup crash. The 41-year-old skiing legend is defying medical expectations to chase another Olympic medal.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Eyes Olympics Days After Tearing ACL at 41
Community HeroesFeb 4

Lindsey Vonn Eyes Olympics Days After Tearing ACL at 41

Olympic ski legend Lindsey Vonn plans to race downhill this weekend just days after completely tearing her ACL, a feat experts say is extraordinary but possible. Her elite conditioning and external knee support could allow the 41-year-old to compete at Milano Cortina despite an injury that typically ends seasons.

Japan Times2 min read
Lindsey Vonn Back on Skis After Near-Amputation Recovery
Community HeroesFeb 24

Lindsey Vonn Back on Skis After Near-Amputation Recovery

Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn revealed she nearly lost her leg after a devastating Olympic crash, but medical intervention saved her limb. Now she's returned to the sport she loves, proving that even the most traumatic injuries don't have to mean the end.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Lindsey Vonn: No Regrets After Olympic Crash, Leg Injury
SportsApr 7

Lindsey Vonn: No Regrets After Olympic Crash, Leg Injury

Ski legend Lindsey Vonn says she'd race the Olympics again despite a devastating crash that nearly cost her leg. Two months into recovery, the 41-year-old champion is walking with crutches and focusing on everyday victories.

ESPN2 min read

Showing 20 of 3239