Vonn’s Olympic Return in Doubt After Crash

The veteran US skier lost control after landing a jump on the course in Crans-Montana, before colliding into the safety netting.

She was the third skier to crash and the race was later suspended due to adverse weather conditions.

Vonn later posted on social media that she had injured her left knee but insisted: “My Olympic dream is not over.”

“I am discussing the situation with my doctors and team and will continue to undergo further exams,” the 41 year old said.

“This is a very difficult outcome one week before the Olympics… but if there’s one thing I know how to do, it’s a comeback.

“It’s not over until it’s over…”

The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics begin on Friday 6th February with the downhill event scheduled for Sunday 8th.

“Following difficulties experienced by the first six racers, the jury interrupted the race due to growing safety concerns,” said the International Ski & Snowboard Federation, FIS, in a statement.

“Athlete safety remained the top priority, with the jury ultimately deciding to cancel the competition.”

Women’s World Cup race director Peter Gerdol said that worsening visibility was behind the decision to cancel the race.

Vonn was in winning form before the start of the Games in Milan-Cortina next week, but after the crash looked in pain and was pictured clutching her left knee.

She was able to ski to the finish but looked in discomfort, before being taken to hospital to be evaluated.

The American, who was Olympic downhill champion in 2010, made a comeback last season after nearly six years away from skiing.

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A decision on her participation in the Games is expected in the next few days.

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