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MRI Confirms Knee Ligament Tears as Michelle Gisin Undergoes Hand and Spine Surgeries After St. Moritz Crash

The two-time Olympic champion remains hospitalized under a staged treatment plan.

Overview

  • MRI imaging in Zurich confirmed tears of the ACL and medial ligament in Gisin’s left knee, in addition to right wrist and cervical spine injuries.
  • Doctors performed successful operations on her right hand and cervical spine, and she will remain in hospital for several days before a planned knee surgery.
  • Her brother said the cervical surgery lasted several hours but that doctors do not expect lasting damage, describing her outcome as fortunate under the circumstances.
  • Several media outlets report she is expected to miss the MilanoCortina 2026 Olympics, a prospect not formally stated by Swiss Ski.
  • Fiancé Luca De Aliprandini said in an emotional TV interview that she is strong and has already taken steps on crutches in hospital.