Lindsey Vonn Makes History: Oldest Woman to Claim World Cup Skiing Medal at 38
2025-03-24
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
In a remarkable comeback, Lindsey Vonn has become the oldest female alpine skiing World Cup medallist, claiming silver in the super-G event in Sun Valley, Idaho. After retiring in 2019 and undergoing a knee replacement 11 months ago, Vonn's determination paid off, defying age and injury to stand on the podium. This achievement cements her status as a skiing legend, with her name etched in the record books as the oldest woman to win a World Cup skiing medal, a testament to her perseverance and skill in alpine skiing and ski racing.