Lindsey Vonn made waves at the women's alpine skiing World Cup in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, where her participation stood in stark contrast to the much younger competitors. At age 39, Vonn is not only a beloved figure in skiing but also an icon transcending her sport. Despite finishing 20th in a race filled with potential for a top five, she received an enthusiastic reaction from fans, reflecting her global popularity and the excitement surrounding her potential farewell at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics.
"You do a few laps with her here and you see that everybody is watching her. She transcends the sport."
"It was in Cortina in 2019 that Vonn knew her skiing career was about to end, when her body was in so much pain that she couldn't finish a race."
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