Lindsey Vonn Returns to Ski Racing at 40 for World Championships

The legendary skier faces criticism in Europe but aims to compete in downhill, super-G, and a potential team event with Mikaela Shiffrin.

Lindsey Vonn, an eight-time world championship medalist, has come out of retirement at age 40 to compete in her ninth World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria.
Vonn has faced harsh criticism in Europe regarding her age and motivations, with some questioning her psychological state, though she has dismissed these remarks as disrespectful and unfounded.
Despite her critics, Vonn has shown competitive form, finishing sixth and fourth in recent World Cup races and expressing confidence in her ability to perform at the championships.
She plans to compete in the downhill and super-G events and has expressed interest in teaming up with Mikaela Shiffrin for the new team combined event, which pairs downhill and slalom racers.
Vonn has highlighted the significance of her return as an inspiration for women, emphasizing that ambition and pursuing dreams should not be constrained by age.