Lindsey Vonn, now 40, returned to World Cup skiing finishing 14th in super-G, marking her first race after a six-year retirement due to injuries.
Her victorious return comes after knee replacement surgery, which has significantly improved her condition, spurring her decision to compete again despite past injuries.
Vonn's return highlights an evolving narrative in women's skiing, as she endeavors to break barriers related to age and performance in a physically demanding sport.
Using a new wild card rule for former champions, Vonn is challenging the norms of competitive skiing and aims to redefine success at an advanced age.
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