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Vonn Dominates Downhill at 41
10 Jan
Summary
- Lindsey Vonn, 41, secured a World Cup downhill victory with a significant lead.
- This win marks her second in four downhill races this season.
- She is competing with a knee rebuilt with titanium implants after injury.
Lindsey Vonn, aged 41, once again proved her prowess in downhill skiing by clinching a World Cup victory. She led the field by 0.37 seconds, achieving her second win in the four downhill races held this season. Vonn is competing remarkably well following a knee reconstruction using titanium implants.
Her recent triumph places her in strong contention for the upcoming Olympic downhill race scheduled for February 8th on the Cortina d'Ampezzo slope, a venue where she has previously excelled. Vonn's performance is a significant extension of her record as the oldest race winner in World Cup history.
This victory further solidifies Vonn's lead in the season-long World Cup downhill standings. She is actively pursuing her ninth World Cup downhill season title, a decade after her eighth, highlighting her sustained career excellence and competitive spirit.
