Lindsey Vonn, the 41-year-old American skier, faced a dramatic crash in the downhill skiing event at the Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, despite her recent return from retirement and a knee injury sustained just nine days prior to the event, according to Sky News. The event, highly anticipated by fans, saw Vonn risking everything in pursuit of a second Olympic gold medal, adding to her 2010 downhill title.
The Winter Olympics, which began on February 8, 2026, also saw U.S. athletes addressing issues beyond the sporting arena. During a press conference, U.S. skiers were asked about the turmoil back home, including the detention of immigrants and clashes with protesters, according to NPR News. Many athletes voiced their concerns.
The games also highlight the achievements of past U.S. speed skating legends. Current Team USA speed skaters are drawing comparisons to historic figures like Eric Heiden, who won gold in all five individual speed skating events in 1980, and Bonnie Blair, a four-time Olympian, according to NPR News. Apolo Ohno remains the most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian in history.
Meanwhile, Hoda Kotb returned to co-anchor "Today" on Monday morning, as Savannah Guthrie's mother remained missing, according to Variety. Kotb, who co-anchored with Guthrie from 2018, emphasized the show's familial atmosphere, stating, "We are a family and we show up for each other."
The Winter Olympics also brought attention to the pressures faced by female figure skaters. According to Time, the sport demands a balance between art and athleticism, often involving immense physical and mental stressors, financial sacrifices, and restrictive expectations.
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