The American champion Assured of Being 'in prime form' for Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics

American skiing icon Lindsey Vonn states she will be "perfectly prepared" for the Milan-Cortina Olympics, following earning a podium spot for the fourth instance in five World Cup races.

The 41-year-old, who last week set a record by becoming the most senior racer to win a downhill World Cup winner, finished third in the super-G in Val d'Isere on Sunday. This represented her 142nd career World Cup top-three result.

Impressive Performance in Val d'Isere

Racing in the iconic venue for the first occasion in eight years, Vonn finished the course in a time of 1:20.60. She was just over a third of a second behind winner Sofia Goggia of Italy, with New Zealand's Alice Robinson taking second place.

"I was slightly lacking the right line on the initial jump," the skier commented. "From that point on, I skied well. I'm happy with my skiing today, in contrast to in the super-G in St Moritz, where I was overly cautious."

This performance was her second top-three finish at Val d'Isere during the event, having also finished third in the downhill on Saturday.

An Incredible Return from Injury

Vonn officially retired in early 2019 because of persistent injuries. However, she made a stunning return in late 2024 after a partial knee replacement.

With 47 days remaining until the 2026 Winter Games, which are set to run from 6-22 February, Vonn's form are timely.

She boasts an Olympic gold and two bronze medals in her collection and is firmly on track to represent the United States at the next Olympics.

"In Cortina, I will be in a good place," the athlete confirmed.

Aiming for Further Glory

In addition to her Olympic ambitions, Vonn is also hoping to add to the four overall crystal globes she has won over a career spanning 20 years.

She presently enjoys a 69-point lead at the summit of the overall downhill standings and is sitting in fifth place in the overall super-G standings.

This current World Cup circuit features a total of nine races taking place before the circuit finale in Norway on 21 March 2026.