An Inspiring Message from Ronaldo to Lindsey Vonn After an Injury That Nearly Ended Her Career

The Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines with an emotional support message directed to the veteran American skier Lindsey Vonn, following her announcement of leaving the hospital after a serious injury sustained during her participation in the Winter Olympics in Milan.

A Terrifying Accident and Complex Surgery

Vonn (41 years old) fell during the competitions and was taken to the hospital where she underwent delicate surgeries, amid real fears of losing her leg. She later confirmed that the doctors managed to control the situation, expressing her gratitude to the medical team, led by Dr. Tom Hackett.

Health Condition Developments

In a post on her Instagram account, the American champion revealed that she left the hospital after about two weeks of bed rest, noting that she moved to a hotel in preparation for starting a new phase of recovery. She explained that the rehabilitation journey would be long, as she would gradually transition from a wheelchair to crutches over the weeks, while the healing of the bones could take nearly a full year, followed by a decision regarding the removal of metal screws and undergoing surgery to repair the anterior cruciate ligament.

Ronaldo's Comment Sparks Interaction

Among the thousands of comments that poured in on her post, Ronaldo's comment stood out, in which he wrote: "Champions are known for their moments of victory, and for the moments they refuse to give up... the mountains you have conquered were never greater than the strength you carry within you. Keep fighting. Legends always rise."

The message from the captain of Al Nassr received wide interaction and highlighted the fighting spirit that has always characterized Vonn in her career, as everyone awaits her return to competition after a recovery journey that seems arduous, but not impossible for a champion used to challenging steep slopes.