Lindsey Vonn Announces Comeback to U.S. Ski Team at Age 40

Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn rejoins the U.S. Ski Team, aiming for competition after a successful recovery from major injuries.

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US skiing legend Lindsey Vonn to make surprise return after five-year retirement

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Olympic skiing gold medalist Lindsey Vonn is coming out of retirement at age 40

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Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is ending her retirement at age 40 to make a skiing comeback

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Lindsey Vonn makes shocking comeback to rejoin US ski team aged 40

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Lindsey Vonn to end five-year retirement and rejoin US ski team aged 40

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Lindsey Vonn, a legendary skier and three-time Olympic medalist, is coming out of retirement at age 40 to rejoin the U.S. Ski Team. After a knee replacement surgery in April, Vonn is pain-free and training for potential competitions, including World Cup events this winter and possibly the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. While her immediate focus is on racing again, it's uncertain which events she will enter. U.S. Ski & Snowboard officials expressed excitement about her return to the sport, highlighting her legacy and passion for alpine skiing.

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