Lindsey Vonn Has A Partially Torn ACL, Olympic Status Unclear
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World champion skier Lindsey Vonn suffered a partially torn right ACL during training in Colorado yesterday, her representatives told NBC Sports.It's the same knee that required surgery after a crash in February.
She will pursue physical therapy.
Here's the full statement (via NBC):
"Lindsey sustained a mild strain to her right knee, a partial tear to her right ACL, minor facial abrasions and scapular contusions from her fall. She needs to rest for a few days and then will pursue aggressive physical therapy and will determine the next time she is able to compete after seeing how she responds to the treatment. We will provide a further update when new information becomes available.
The 2014 Olympics in Sochi start in early February.