Lindsey Vonn returned to the World Cup podium after six years away and an 11-month recovery from a partial knee replacement. At age 40, she finished second in a super-G race, becoming the oldest female Alpine skier to do so. Vonn was emotional, feeling joy, relief, and satisfaction for proving her doubters wrong. She credited hard work, motivation from critics, and the support of her father for her success. Despite facing setbacks, Vonn continues to push forward and believes that age is just a number. Her return to racing was met with skepticism, but she proved that she can still compete at the highest level. Vonn’s father’s words of encouragement, “fearless,” resonated with her and helped her secure the podium finish. Her performance was praised by fellow racers, who recognized her qualities as a champion. Swiss skier Lara Gut-Behrami won the super-G race, securing the season-long crystal globe. Vonn plans to rest and test her equipment further before considering her next steps. Overall, her determination, resilience, and ability to overcome obstacles were evident in her successful comeback to competitive skiing.
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