Mikaela Shiffrin Undergoes Abdominal Surgery

Mikaela Shiffrin underwent unexpected abdominal surgery following complications from a punctured abdomen sustained during a giant slalom crash in Killington, Vermont, on November 30. The surgery, performed on December 12, was necessary to address a cavity filled with old hematoma that was not draining properly. Shiffrin, who was leading the race at the time of her fall, expressed her disappointment at not being able to support her teammates during their races while she recovers. The procedure involved cleaning the wound and inserting a drain to manage further bleeding. Shiffrin has not yet provided a timeline for her return to competition, although she remains optimistic about her recovery. She has achieved significant milestones in her career, including surpassing Lindsey Vonn's record for World Cup victories and holding multiple Olympic and World Championship medals.