Lindsey Vonn Didn’t Disappear After Her Olympic Crash. She Shared It.
After a devastating Olympic downhill crash, Lindsey Vonn chose to document her recovery publicly — a rare move in elite ski racing.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Withdraws From Milan-Cortina Olympics
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde has withdrawn from the Milan-Cortina Olympics following his return from serious injury, ending hopes of a start in the men’s downhill in Bormio.
Lindsey Vonn Injures Knee in Downhill Crash, Says Olympic Dream Is Not Over
Lindsey Vonn shared an Instagram update after injuring her left knee in a downhill training crash in Switzerland. Norwegian Marte Monsen was also injured.
Petra Vlhová Announces Olympic Comeback Bid for Milano–Cortina 2026
Petra Vlhová says she has been cleared to ski at full intensity and will fight for a return at the Milano–Cortina 2026 Olympic Games after a long injury layoff.
Injury Prevention and Return to Snow in Ski Racing: Building a Culture of Care
Ski racing carries inherent risk, but injury prevention and return-to-snow systems are evolving. Coaches and programs are rethinking how athletes recover, rebuild confidence, and return safely—through better communication, smarter training design, and a culture that prioritizes long-term health.
Olympic Slalom Medalist Katharina Liensberger to Undergo Knee Surgery
Olympic slalom medalist Katharina Liensberger will undergo knee surgery after suffering a serious training injury in Austria.
Olympic Champion Corinne Suter Injured in St. Moritz Training Crash
Corinne Suter crashed during downhill training in St. Moritz and suffered multiple leg injuries. The Olympic downhill champion is expected to miss about a month.
Lauren Macuga Out for Season After ACL Injury in Training
Stifel U.S. Ski Team speed star Lauren Macuga suffered an ACL injury in training and will miss the rest of the season. She confirmed the news on Instagram, promising to come back strong.
Lara Gut-Behrami Faces Long Recovery After Knee Injury
Lara Gut-Behrami’s season ended after a training crash left her with a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus. The two-time overall champion now faces a long recovery and an uncertain timeline for her return.
Lara Gut-Behrami Faces Career-Threatening Knee Injury
Lara Gut-Behrami suffered a serious knee injury in a training crash in Copper Mountain, and early reports point to torn ligaments. Here’s what we know so far — and what it could mean for her final season.
Marta Bassino Suffers Tibial Plateau Fracture, To Miss Sölden Season Opener
Italian skier Marta Bassino will miss the Sölden season opener after suffering a lateral tibial plateau fracture in training. Her recovery is critical ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina.
Marco Schwarz Pain-Free Ahead of Olympic Season
Austrian standout Marco Schwarz says he’s finally pain-free and ready to tackle the Olympic season with renewed focus on giant slalom, slalom, and super-G after battling through two major injuries. The 30-year-old told Kleine Zeitung that he hasn’t felt knee pain since June and plans a patient buildup after a mixed comeback season. Schwarz will skip early downhills but continue limited speed training as he works toward full form ahead of the World Cup opener Oct. 25–26 in Sölden. Information translated from German and provided by Kleine Zeitung (Austria), with reporting by Daniel Jerovsek.
Federica Brignone’s Injury Puts Olympic Return in Doubt
Federica Brignone, the dominant force of the 2024–25 Alpine World Cup season, broke her leg at the Italian Nationals, leaving her Olympic return uncertain just months before the Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Italian Skier Matteo Franzoso in Critical Condition After Training Crash
Italian speed specialist Matteo Franzoso remains in critical condition after crashing in training at La Parva, Chile. The 25-year-old suffered severe head trauma and was flown to a hospital in Santiago, according to FISI and reports from skinews.ch.
Marcel Hirscher Returns to Snow in Zoetermeer Indoor Ski Hall
Marcel Hirscher is back on snow. The eight-time overall World Cup champion made his first turns in the Zoetermeer indoor ski hall, 277 days after tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee. The comeback marks the latest step for the 67-time World Cup winner, who returned to racing under the Dutch flag last season before injury cut his campaign short.
French Downhiller Cyprien Sarrazin Out for 2025–26 Olympic Season
Sarrazin’s crash on the Stelvio, the slope set to host the men’s Olympic downhill this February, has renewed concerns about safety. The fall last December highlighted just how unforgiving Bormio can be in midwinter. Organizers point out that conditions in February — with more direct sun and the opportunity to prepare the piste from top to bottom in a more uniform manner — should make the Olympic surface safer. Still, the questions raised by his accident continue to echo as the Games approach. For Sarrazin, the focus is no longer on what was lost but on what lies ahead. His determination is clear: recover fully, return in 2026–27, and chase the dream of competing at the 2030 Olympics in front of a home crowd.
Federica Brignone’s Recovery Ongoing, 2026 Olympics Still in Play
Federica Brignone continues her recovery after a leg fracture ended her record-setting World Cup season, and while her timeline for returning to training remains uncertain, her brother and coach Davide Brignone says the 2026 Cortina Olympics are still possible.
Sam DuPratt’s World Cup Comeback: Grit, Injury, and Ownership
After breaking both legs in a World Cup crash, Sam DuPratt fought his way back to the start gate in Val Gardena—three years later, on the same hill. This is the story of grit, setbacks, and a comeback built on total ownership.
Petra Vlhová Rebuilds After Second Knee Surgery, Future Still Unclear
Petra Vlhová, Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiercest rival, is battling to return after a second knee surgery. With her future in ski racing uncertain, she shares the emotional toll of her recovery and the hope that still drives her.
Brignone Released From Hospital, Begins Recovery After Injury Ends Historic Season
Federica Brignone, the 34-year-old Italian star who dominated the 2024-25 World Cup season with four titles, is now facing a long recovery after a serious knee injury. She’s out of the hospital and already focused on rehab—determined, upbeat, and not ready to quit.
Aamodt Kilde Focused on Recovery After Complicated Shoulder Surgery
ChatGPT said: Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is recovering from a complex shoulder surgery that involved transplanting part of his hamstring—and he's already thinking about a return to racing before the 2026 Olympics. While the World Cup Finals play out in Sun Valley, the Norwegian speed star is taking cautious steps back to health in Innsbruck. Here's how he's staying motivated—and what might come next.
Mattia Casse Injured in Kvitfjell Crash: Super-G Title Hopes End
Mattia Casse crashed in Kvitfjell downhill training, suffering a fractured elbow. The Super-G winner now faces surgery, ending his chances of challenging Marco Odermatt for the crystal globe.
Max Franz’s Incredible Comeback: Forerunning After Breaking Both Legs
Despite enduring a grueling two-year recovery from devastating leg injuries, Max Franz is back on skis, embracing each step of his comeback with resilience and optimism. Testing his long skis as a forerunner in the women’s speed events at the World Championships, he proved to himself that his return to racing is no longer just a dream. "It was a long, hard road," he admitted, recalling the struggles of rehabilitation and the patience required to rebuild his strength. But each milestone, from conquering jumps to skiing a full downhill run, has reignited his confidence. With cautious optimism, Franz now eyes the ultimate goal—a return to the World Cup circuit—one step at a time.
Cameron Alexander Out of World Championships After Injury in Saalbach Training
Canadian ski racer Cameron Alexander is out of the 2025 FIS World Ski Championships after injuring his knee in downhill training. The recent Kitzbühel podium finisher will return to Canada for further evaluation.
