Lindsey Vonn, the legendary American skier, will return to the U.S. ski team at the age of 40 from her retirement. For her preparation, she resumed training after a successful knee surgery earlier this year, as shared by Ski & Snowboard.
Vonn won the World Cup for the first time in 2004, and achieved 20 World Cups, including four Crystal Globes. Along with her 137 World Cup podium finishes, she has also won eight medals at the World Championships.
After an intense 18-year career filled with numerous injuries, the three-time Olympic gold and four-time World Cup champion announced her retirement in 2019. She ended her career with 82 World Cup victories, making her the most decorated athlete in women’s skiing.
Before deciding to resume competitive skiing, Vonn had been training for a few months to test her knee, following her partial knee replacement surgery in April. With this, the athlete stated: “Getting back to skiing without pain has been an incredible journey. I am looking forward to being back with the U.S. Ski Team and to continue to share my knowledge of the sport with these incredible women.”
Sophie Goldschmidt, the president and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, declared: “Lindsey has made an indelible mark on alpine skiing and our organization throughout her career. We’re delighted to welcome her back.”
She added: “Her dedication and passion towards alpine skiing is inspiring and we’re excited to have her back on snow and see where she can go from here.”
Source: CNA