In a thrilling announcement, the United States ski team has revealed its roster for the upcoming Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach, Austria, next month. The team boasts an impressive lineup of talented athletes, including the legendary Lindsey Vonn and the incomparable Mikaela Shiffrin.
Lindsey Vonn, the 40-year-old skiing icon, has made a remarkable comeback to the sport after retiring in 2019. Her return to the World Cup circuit has been nothing short of impressive, with a 14th-place finish in the super-G at St. Moritz, Switzerland, and a 13th-place finish in the same event at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Vonn’s experience and skill will undoubtedly be a valuable asset to the US team as they vie for medals in Austria.
Mikaela Shiffrin, the 29-year-old seven-time world champion, is also set to make her mark at the championships. After a two-month absence from competition due to a puncture wound in her abdomen, Shiffrin made a triumphant return to the slopes, finishing 10th in Courchevel, France. With 14 medals already under her belt, Shiffrin will be looking to add to her impressive collection and inch closer to her 100th World Cup win.
Joining Vonn and Shiffrin on the US team is Lauren Macuga, who recently claimed her first World Cup win in a super-G race in St. Anton, Austria. The 22-year-old’s impressive performance earned her a spot on the team, and she will make her world championship debut in Austria.
The 21-strong US team also includes River Radmus, Tommy Ford, Paula Moltzan, Nina O’Brien, Luke Winters, and Katie Hensien, who took gold for the US in the team event at the last world championships. With a talented and experienced lineup, the US team is poised to make a strong showing at the Alpine World Ski Championships.
As the US team prepares to take on the world’s best skiers in Austria, fans can expect an exciting display of skill, speed, and determination. With Vonn and Shiffrin leading the charge, the US team is ready to make its mark on the world stage and bring home the medals.
