Lindsey Vonn's comeback to downhill ski racing after undergoing knee replacement surgery has been a meticulously planned journey. The 40-year-old skiing champion underwent several knee surgeries, consulted with medical experts, and conducted extensive on-snow testing in various locations to assess her readiness for competition.
Vonn sought advice from orthopedic surgeon Tom Hackett at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, who guided her through the process of finding the right doctors for her knee replacement. In July 2023, a preparation surgery was performed to delay the need for a replacement, followed by a robot-assisted knee replacement by orthopedist Martin Roche in April.
