Lindsey Vonn of the United States performs in Kitzbuehel, Austria on January 16, 2023.
Lindsey Vonn of the United States seen in Kitzbuehel, Austria on January 16, 2023.

Lindsey
Vonn

United States

United States

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Alpine Skiing

Alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is as determined and inspiring as ever. After retiring from one of the sport's greatest careers in 2019, she's returned to the World Cup and to the top of the podium.

Date of birth

October 18, 1984

Birthplace

Minnesota, USA

Age

41

Nationality

United States

United States

Career start

2002

Disciplines

Alpine Skiing Combined / Alpine Skiing Downhill / Alpine Skiing Giantslalom / Alpine Skiing Super G

Lindsey Vonn’s name is synonymous with dominance in alpine skiing. Known for her fearless approach and record-breaking career, she’s inspired countless fans and athletes worldwide. Now, five years after retiring with 82 World Cup victories, three Olympic medals and eight FIS Alpine Skiing World Championship podiums, Vonn is stepping back into her ski boots.

Her decision to retire in 2019 came after 18 years of pushing her body to the limit in pursuit of true skiing greatness. By the age of 18 Lindsey had already won three downhill World Cups and the milestone achievements she accomplished from then on are astonishing.

Lindsey Vonn with crystal globes #18 and #19

Lindsey Vonn with crystal globes #18 and #19

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In 2023, Lindsey Vonn and Daron Rahlves stand on the snowy slopes of Kitzbühel, Austria under the floodlights.

In 2023, she came back for a special 'one off' run down the Streif

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Lindsey Vonn proudly poses with her skis during the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup on February 8, 2025, in Saalbach, Austria.

At 40, she's become the oldest woman to podium in World Cup history

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Lindsey Vonn during training for the women Downhill Race at FIS ski alpine world cup on the Kandahar Strecke in St Anton, Austria on January 9, 2025.

Vonn's comeback will continue to be a compelling storyline

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Flying to yet another victory

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Vonn in full attack mode on the hill in La Thuile

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Training in the gym

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Taking a leap of faith in Lake Louise

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Getting airborne in a Super-G race

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The roar of the winner

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