Lindsey Vonn: Still the Queen of Speed? After all these years, the legendary Lindsey Vonn is still making waves! She recently proved she's still got the need for speed, setting the fastest time in the first downhill training run in St. Moritz, Switzerland, ahead of the 2025/26 season opener.
Vonn, the Vancouver 2010 Olympic champion, is no stranger to the thrill of ski racing. In an exclusive interview, she confidently stated her readiness, and her performance in the training run certainly backs up her claim. She clocked in at an impressive 1:30.95 on the Corviglia course on Wednesday, December 10th. This course holds special meaning for the 41-year-old American, as she has secured five World Cup victories on these very slopes, with her last win dating back to 2015.
Training runs might not directly impact qualification, but they are crucial for athletes to familiarize themselves with the terrain, understand the snow conditions, and fine-tune their equipment. It's a chance to build confidence. Vonn's performance placed her ahead of Norway's Kajsa Vickhoff Lie (+0.59) and two-time Olympic medalist Sofia Goggia, who tied for third (+0.71) with France's Laura Gauche.
But here's where it gets controversial... While the training run is promising, the real test begins when the starting gate drops for the competition on Friday, December 12th. This marks the first opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills on the path to the upcoming Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
And this is the part most people miss... Vonn's consistent performance raises the question: Can she maintain this level of excellence? What do you think? Will she be able to secure a spot at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
