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Vonn Eyes Olympics: Austria Races Kick Off 2026
5 Jan
Summary
- Lindsey Vonn returns to racing in Zauchensee, Austria this weekend.
- Vonn, 41, is the oldest Alpine World Cup winner and leads downhill standings.
- Top skiers Sofia Goggia, Alice Robinson, and Emma Aicher also compete.
Lindsey Vonn is making her 2026 racing debut this weekend in Zauchensee, Austria, participating in downhill and super-G events live on NBCSN and Peacock. This marks a significant step in her preparation for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
At 41 years old, Vonn has already achieved remarkable success this season, shattering the record for the oldest Alpine World Cup winner. She has secured four podium finishes in five starts and qualified for her fifth Olympic Games, demonstrating her continued prowess on the slopes.
Following the Zauchensee races, the women's Alpine World Cup circuit continues in Austria with a slalom event in Flachau on January 13th, which is expected to feature Mikaela Shiffrin. Other notable competitors include Italy's Sofia Goggia, New Zealand's Alice Robinson, and Germany's Emma Aicher.
