Lindsey Vonn Returns to World Cup Skiing at 40 After Six-Year Retirement

The ski legend, now equipped with a titanium knee, aims to compete in St. Moritz this weekend with an eye on the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Lindsey Vonn, a four-time overall World Cup champion, is making her comeback to competitive skiing nearly six years after retiring due to injuries.
The 40-year-old underwent knee replacement surgery in April and says she feels stronger and more balanced than she has in years.
Vonn will race in two super-G events in St. Moritz under a new wild card rule for former champions, starting outside the top 30 ranked racers.
Her coach, Chris Knight, believes she is a better skier now and has the potential to be competitive despite recent lower-level race results.
Vonn has stated her ultimate goal is to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d’Ampezzo, taking her comeback one step at a time.