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Chloe Kim Dislocates Shoulder in Laax Training Crash, Putting Olympic Bid in Doubt

Her medical team will use a Friday MRI to decide if she can safely return.

Overview

  • Kim disclosed the injury in an emotional Instagram video and said she has not yet had imaging results.
  • She described the pain as not too strong but noted the shoulder has repeatedly popped out.
  • The fall happened on Jan. 8 in Laax, Switzerland during training for the final World Cup before the Olympics.
  • Her participation at Milan-Cortina 2026 remains uncertain pending medical clearance roughly a month before the Games.
  • The 25-year-old is seeking a third consecutive Olympic halfpipe gold after titles in 2018 and 2022.