Lindsey Vonn

Lindsey Vonn is an American former World Cup alpine ski racer, born on October 18, 1984, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest female skiers of all time. Vonn began her professional career with the US Ski Team, where she achieved significant success, including winning multiple World Cup titles and Olympic medals.

Vonn is known for her incredible speed, strength, and determination. She has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the most World Cup wins by a female skier.

Off the slopes, Vonn is also recognized for her philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

US Ski Team

• Youth and Early Career: Vonn was born and raised in Minnesota and moved to Colorado as a child to train at Ski Club Vail. She made her World Cup debut for the US Ski Team in 2000.

World Cup Success

• Vonn achieved her first World Cup victory in 2004. Over the next decade, she became one of the most successful alpine skiers in history, winning four overall World Cup titles and 82 World Cup races, the most by any female skier.

Olympics

• Vonn competed in four Winter Olympics for the United States, winning a gold medal in the downhill at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and two bronze medals in 2010 and 2018.

Retirement

• Vonn announced her retirement in 2019, concluding a career that had seen her become one of the most decorated female skiers of all time.

United States National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for the United States in 2000.

Achievements:

• Olympic Gold Medal: Winner in the downhill in 2010.
• World Championships: Two gold medals in 2009, and a bronze in 2015.
• Vonn is the all-time top scorer in World Cup points among female skiers.

• Disciplines: Primarily a speed event skier, excelling in downhill and super-G.
• Skills: Known for her remarkable speed, fearlessness, and aggressive skiing style. Vonn is celebrated for her competitive spirit and determination.

• Family: Vonn was married to fellow skier Thomas Vonn from 2007 to 2013. She later dated golf superstar Tiger Woods and NHL player P.K. Subban.
• Philanthropy: Vonn is involved in various charitable activities and has founded the Lindsey Vonn Foundation, which supports girls through scholarships, education, and athletics.

• Lindsey Vonn is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her resilience, overcoming several significant injuries throughout her career. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the slopes, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most World Cup Wins (female):

• 82 wins

Most World Cup Downhill Wins:

• 43 wins

Most World Cup Super-G Wins:

• 28 wins

Most World Cup Overall Titles (female):

• Four titles

Books

• Vonn, L. (2020) Rise: My Story. New York: Dey Street Books.
• Levy, M. (2016) Lindsey Vonn: Skiing Champion. Minneapolis: ABDO Publishing Company.

Websites

• FIS Ski: Information about Lindsey Vonn’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fis-ski.com
• US Ski Team: Details about Vonn’s career with the US Ski Team. Available at: https://usskiandsnowboard.org
• Olympics: Official site with updates on Vonn’s performance and records at the Olympics. Available at: https://www.olympic.org

Articles

• ESPN: Lindsey Vonn: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com
• The Guardian: Lindsey Vonn’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/lindsey-vonn

Interviews and Documentaries

• Lindsey Vonn: The Final Season (2019): This HBO documentary provides a detailed look at Vonn’s final World Cup season, featuring interviews with her, her family, friends, and colleagues.
• NBC Sports: Various interviews and features on Lindsey Vonn, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.nbcsports.com