Lindsey Vonn Addresses Comeback Critics After World Cup Return

The 40-year-old ski legend reflects on harsh criticism and her motivation to inspire others as she prepares for races in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Lindsey Vonn, 40, returned to the Ski World Cup shortly before Christmas, six years after retiring, despite a knee prosthesis.
Her comeback faced harsh criticism from some former athletes, including Franz Klammer and Markus Wasmeier, who dismissed her efforts as misguided.
Vonn stated that negative comments reflect more on the critics than on her and emphasized her goal to inspire women and young athletes.
She has already achieved two top-6 finishes this season but aims to improve further, with her sights set on next year’s Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Vonn will compete in Garmisch-Partenkirchen this weekend, where she has previously won eight speed events, but remains cautious about setting high expectations.