Legendary American skier Lindsey Vonn has successfully completed her second downhill (DH) training session on the demanding Tarvisio course, marking another strong step in her remarkable comeback as the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics approach.
The 41-year-old Vonn, who continues to dominate the headlines with her age-defying performances, posted a positive update following the training run. Fans and followers celebrated the milestone, with one popular update noting: “2nd DH Training done ✅ Good Job Lindsey 👏🏻” accompanied by a series of action shots capturing her in full speed mode.
Here are some dynamic views from the session, showcasing Vonn’s precision and power on the snow:
These images highlight Vonn carving through the course in her signature aerodynamic style, demonstrating the focus and intensity that have defined her season.
The training comes just days after the women’s World Cup speed tour shifted to Tarvisio, Italy, for the fifth downhill event of the 2025-26 season. This race holds special significance as the final opportunity for U.S. women to meet strict Olympic selection criteria before discretionary picks take over. Vonn, already qualified for her fifth Olympic Games following podium finishes and wins earlier this season, arrives in peak form.
Vonn has been unstoppable in downhill this winter, claiming victory in Zauchensee on January 10 for her 84th career World Cup win (and 45th in downhill) — further cementing her status as the discipline leader. She has stood on the podium in every downhill race contested so far, extending her record as the oldest winner in World Cup history.
Here are additional powerful shots from her high-speed training runs this season:
With the Tarvisio downhill scheduled for Saturday, January 17, Vonn’s smooth second training session signals strong confidence on a course that tests both speed and technical precision. As the Olympic downhill in Cortina d’Ampezzo looms less than a month away, the skiing icon shows no signs of slowing down.
Photographs courtesy of APA-Images, Action Press, FIS, and credited photographers including Giovanni Auletta and Marco Trovati. Stay tuned for live updates from the World Cup action in Tarvisio! 🇺🇸⛷️
