Olympic legend Lindsey Vonn is channeling relentless positivity as she prepares for her historic fifth appearance at the Winter Olympics. The 41-year-old alpine skiing icon recently shared her guiding mantra: “Today is another great day”—a phrase that has become her daily affirmation ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.
In a heartfelt video released by Team USA on January 27, 2026, Vonn opened up about how this simple yet powerful mindset keeps her grounded and motivated during an extraordinary comeback. The mantra, originally from her late mother Linda Anne—who passed away in 2022 after battling ALS—has long been a source of strength for Vonn. It embodies the unbreakable optimism that helped her navigate injuries, retirement in 2019, a partial knee replacement, and now a triumphant return to the slopes.
“This is about embracing every moment,” Vonn explained, reflecting on her journey. “Every day on the mountain is a gift, and I’m just grateful to be here chasing speed again.”
Vonn’s season has been nothing short of remarkable. She has podiumed in every downhill World Cup race so far, securing multiple wins and solidifying her status as a top contender for gold in downhill at Cortina d’Ampezzo—the venue that holds deep personal significance. It was in Cortina where she earned her first World Cup podium back in 2004, and now, more than two decades later, she’s set to close the chapter in what she calls her “full circle moment” and “fifth and final Olympics.”
Named to the star-studded U.S. Ski & Snowboard roster alongside Mikaela Shiffrin, Chloe Kim, and others, Vonn enters the Games as the oldest woman to compete in alpine skiing at the Olympics. Her recent victories, including an 84th career World Cup win, have fans buzzing with excitement. At 41, she’s proving age is no barrier—showing younger competitors how it’s done while balancing elite performance with pure joy on the snow.
“It’s just so fun to go fast!” Vonn said after one of her recent triumphs, capturing the spirit that has defined her career: three Olympic medals (including downhill gold in 2010), 82 World Cup wins (a record in downhill), and an unbreakable competitive fire.
As the February 6–22 Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approach, Vonn’s mantra resonates far beyond the slopes. It’s a reminder of resilience, gratitude, and living fully in the present—qualities that have made her one of the greatest alpine skiers ever.
With the Games just days away, one thing is clear: Lindsey Vonn isn’t just racing for medals—she’s racing with the same passion and positivity that has carried her through every challenge. Today, and every day leading to Cortina, is indeed another great day. 🇺🇸🏆✨
