View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Lindsey Vonn suffered from a crash during her last downhill race just days before the 2026 Olympic Games. As viewers watched her clutch her knee in pain down the slope, many wondered if competing was even possible. Below, get an update on Lindsey's 2026 Olympic chances. What Happened to Lindsey Vonn? Her Injury Lindsey lost control during a downhill race on January 30, 2026, and crashed. There was low visibility on the slopes that day, and she got tangled in the safety nets on her way down.