Feb 20 • 19:50 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia TVNET

Vona shares news after a six-hour long operation

Lindsey Vona provides an update on her health following a six-hour surgery after a serious injury at the Winter Olympics.

Lindsey Vona, the 2010 Vancouver Olympic champion in alpine skiing, has shared an update on her health status after undergoing another surgery following a significant injury sustained during the 2026 Winter Olympics. At the age of 41, Vona has endured multiple surgeries due to injuries from a severe fall during the Olympic downhill race. In her social media update, she reported that her latest surgery was successful and lasted just over six hours, while also mentioning the challenges she faces with pain management during her recovery process.

Vona, who has claimed 84 victories in the World Cup throughout her career, emphasized her slow recovery but remains hopeful for a discharge from the hospital soon. The leg injuries she sustained were particularly complex, requiring multiple operations to address fractures in her left tibia. She expressed gratitude to her supporters for their ongoing encouragement during this difficult time.

As a highly decorated athlete, with an Olympic gold and bronze medals in downhill skiing and a bronze in super-G, Vona's health and recovery are of significant interest not just to her fans but also to the sporting community, which is closely following her progress given the severity of her injuries. Her resilience and determination to recover from these challenges reflect her dedication to the sport, as she aims for a potential return to competitive skiing.

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