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Lindsey Vonn, at 40, returns to competitive skiing with two downhill races


Published on 2024-12-07 17:45:15 - The New York Times
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  • Lindsey Vonn's unlikely bid to get back to the top of skiing started Saturday, with two downhill races in Colorado she used as "training."

Lindsey Vonn, the legendary American skier, has announced her return to competitive skiing with the aim of competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy. After retiring in 2019 due to persistent knee injuries, Vonn has undergone extensive rehabilitation and training to make a comeback. Her decision was influenced by her desire to inspire and show that age and injuries do not have to define an athlete's career. Vonn, now 39, plans to focus on the downhill and super-G events, where she previously excelled, winning multiple Olympic medals and World Cup titles. Her return is seen as a significant boost for the sport, bringing back one of its most charismatic and successful figures.

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