Winter Olympics: IOC sports director reacts to US ski racer Lindsey Vonn's horror crash

International Olympic Committee sports director Pierre Ducrey says competing in Sunday's event despite a previous injury was a decision for Lindsey Vonn to take.

Monday 9 February 2026 14:08, UK

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