The skiing legend Optimistic of Being 'perfectly positioned' for the upcoming Winter Olympics

American skiing icon Lindsey Vonn asserts she will be "in a good place" for the upcoming Winter Olympics, after securing a place on the rostrum for the fourth time in five World Cup events.

The 41-year-old, who last week set a record by becoming the oldest downhill World Cup winner, came in third place in the super-G in Val d'Isere on Sunday. This was her 142nd career World Cup top-three result.

Strong Return in the French Alps

Racing in the iconic venue for the first occasion in almost a decade, Vonn crossed the line in a time of 1:20.60. She was 0.36 seconds behind victor Sofia Goggia of Italy, with New Zealand's Alice Robinson taking second place.

"I was slightly lacking the right line on the first jump," Vonn remarked. "After that, I performed strongly. I'm pleased with my performance today, unlike in the super-G in St Moritz, where I was too conservative."

This result was her second podium at Val d'Isere during the event, having also claimed bronze in the downhill race on Saturday.

An Incredible Return from Injury

Vonn ended her career in early 2019 because of persistent injuries. However, she made a stunning return in late 2024 following a partial knee replacement.

With 47 days remaining until the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, which are set to run from February 6th to the 22nd, Vonn's form are highly promising.

She boasts an Olympic gold and two bronze medals from previous Games and is firmly on track to compete for the United States at the 2026 Games.

"At the Olympics, I will be in a good place," the athlete confirmed.

Chasing More Titles

In addition to her Games aspirations, Vonn is also hoping to add to the four overall crystal globes she has secured over a career spanning two decades.

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

This season's World Cup circuit features a total of nine races scheduled before the circuit finale in Norway on 21 March 2026.