The legendary American skier just dropped jaws with a steamy Instagram video from a heated outdoor pool in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria—rocking a sleek black bikini amid snow-covered Alps at the boutique Wiesergut hotel. Far from a casual dip, this moment captures her in peak form during intense preparations for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Vonn, the most decorated female downhill skier in history with 82 World Cup wins (and counting), four overall titles, and 2010 Olympic gold in downhill, retired in 2019 but shocked the world by unretiring late last year. After a partial knee replacement in April 2024, many doubted her return—but she’s silencing critics with stunning results.
In January 2026 alone, she claimed her 84th World Cup victory in a shortened downhill at Zauchensee, Austria, powering through snowy conditions for a flawless run. Just days later, she secured another podium with second place in Super-G at Tarvisio, Italy. These triumphs build on her milestone last March as the oldest female World Cup podium finisher at 40.
She’s officially on Team USA’s provisional roster for Milan-Cortina (Feb. 6-22, 2026), eyeing downhill, Super-G, and combined team events on one of her favorite courses in Cortina. This marks her fifth Olympics, making her the oldest Alpine skier ever to compete at the Games.
What sets this comeback apart? Consistency and renewed confidence post-surgery. Analysts highlight her stability in high-speed sections, proving the titanium knee hasn’t slowed her aggression—it’s fueled it.
Beyond the podiums, Vonn’s star power remains electric. From past Sports Illustrated Swimsuit features to this viral poolside clip, she balances spotlight and laser-focused training. The message is unmistakable: Lindsey Vonn isn’t just back—she’s charging toward another shot at glory, and the competition better watch out.
She’s not here to participate. She’s here to win. ⛷️🔥
