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Sports medicine experts: Lindsey Vonn’s crash was worth the risk.

Despite a history of injuries, the 41-year-old showed a steely resolve that we can all learn from.

Patrick Flanary
Contributing Writer
Updated Feb. 10, 2026
Published Feb. 6, 2026
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