Lindsey Vonn Invites Rafael Nadal for Skiing Adventure

Feb 22, 2026

51 min

Feb 22, 2026 12:31

We have to ski together, Lindsey Vonn tells Rafael Nadal

## Nadal Returns to Skiing

Rafael Nadal, the retired tennis legend, recently hit the ski slopes for the first time in 26 years. Having avoided skiing during his tennis career to prevent injuries, Nadal is now exploring activities he once had to forgo.

## Vonn's Invitation

Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn responded to Nadal's skiing post on social media, suggesting they ski together once she recovers from her recent injury. Vonn is currently back in the U.S. after a severe leg injury during the Winter Olympics, which has kept her bedridden.

## Vonn's Recovery

Vonn suffered a complex tibia fracture in a crash on February 8 and has undergone several surgeries in Italy. She will need further medical procedures in the U.S. Despite her injury, Vonn remains engaged with the sports world, recently praising tennis player Jannik Sinner.

## Other Tennis Stars on the Slopes

Nadal isn't the only tennis star enjoying skiing post-retirement. Andy Murray also took to the slopes in 2025 before starting a coaching role with Novak Djokovic.

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