Lindsey Vonn Placed on U.S. Ski Team Roster for 2026/27 Season
Lindsey Vonn appears on the U.S. Ski Team’s A-team roster for the 2026/27 season between Mikaela Shiffrin and Jacqueline Wiles, according to an announcement posted on the social media platform X by the official account of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team. The 41-year-old skier’s inclusion on the roster leaves the door open for a potential return to competitive racing, though it does not guarantee a comeback.
Crash at Winter Olympics Prompts Career Uncertainty
Vonn sustained a severe crash just 13 seconds after starting her run at the Winter Olympics, suffering a complex fracture of both her tibia and fibula. The injury required emergency surgery following her transport to a hospital, a procedure that saved her leg from amputation. Immediately following the accident, her father stated that her career was over and that she would never race again, at least as far as he had a say in the matter. Vonn herself refused to rule out a return during her prolonged rehabilitation period, during which she was unable to walk for nearly three and a half months, noting that she intended to make a final decision only after fully recovering.
Vonn Schedules Surgery to Remove Hardware and Treat Ligament
A full recovery remains distant, according to reporting by the German newspaper Bild. Vonn is scheduled to undergo another operation in November to remove the metal hardware from her injured leg while also addressing a torn cruciate ligament. She sustained that ligament tear prior to the Olympic Games, an injury that nearly prevented her from traveling to the competition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lindsey Vonn’s Skiing Future
Does placement on the U.S. Ski Team A-team mean Lindsey Vonn is definitely racing again?
No. While her inclusion on the 2026/27 roster published on X by the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team leaves the path open for a return, Vonn stated during her rehabilitation that she would not decide on her competitive future until she has fully recovered.
What injuries did Lindsey Vonn suffer at the Winter Olympics?
Vonn crashed 13 seconds into her run at the Winter Olympics, suffering a complex fracture to both her shinbone (tibia) and calf bone (fibula). The injury necessitated an emergency surgery that saved her leg from amputation.
When is Lindsey Vonn’s next medical procedure?
According to Bild, Vonn is scheduled to undergo surgery in November to remove metal hardware from her injured leg and address a torn cruciate ligament that she suffered prior to the Olympic Games.
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