Lindsey Vonn, the legendary skier, is making a comeback to World Cup ski racing at the age of 40 after nearly six years of retirement. Vonn, who holds a record 28 World Cup super-G wins, is set to compete in St. Moritz this weekend. Despite finishing 24th and 19th in lower-level races in Colorado recently, her coach believes she has potential. Vonn has been forerunning at recent races, with times that suggest she could place around 12th in World Cup events.
Vonn, who left the tour with 82 World Cup wins and retired in 2019, underwent knee replacement surgery in April and is feeling better physically now. Her coach believes she is a better skier than when she retired due to new equipment and better balance. The biggest challenge for Vonn has been adjusting to her new boots, with her longtime ski technician retiring.
Vonn will start after the top 30 ranked racers in St. Moritz, where wind and starting positions play a significant role. With competitors like Sofia Goggia, Lara Gut-Behrami, and Mikaela Shiffrin absent, Vonn has a chance to show her skills. Her coach is confident in her abilities and believes that she can be truly competitive once she fine-tunes her equipment. Despite the challenges, Vonn’s return to the slopes is highly anticipated, and fans are eager to see her perform this weekend.
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