Lindsey Vonn is celebrated as one of the greatest alpine ski racers in history, holding multiple Olympic medals and World Cup titles. Known for her versatility, grit, and resilience, she left an indelible mark on the sport of skiing.
Lindsey Vonn
Lindsey Vonn, born Lindsey Caroline Kildow on October 18, 1984.
She won four overall World Cup championships—in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012—ranking third among female skiers.
Vonn is the first American woman to win Olympic gold in downhill skiing. She achieved this at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.
She has won a total of three Olympic medals: gold in downhill (2010), bronze in super-G (2010), and bronze in downhill (2018).
Lindsey Vonn won 82 World Cup races in her career and once held the women’s record for the most World Cup victories until Mikaela Shiffrin surpassed it in 2023.
She is one of only six women to have won World Cup races in all five alpine skiing disciplines. They includes downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom, and super combined.
Her favorite venue was Lake Louise, Canada, which she won 14 times, earning the nickname “Lake Lindsey.”
Vonn’s career includes eight World Championship medals, with two golds, and she earned the World Championship downhill bronze in 2015.
She suffered multiple severe injuries throughout her career but consistently demonstrated resilience and determination, always returning stronger.
Lindsey Vonn broke Bode Miller’s American record for most World Cup wins with her 33rd win in the 2010-11 season.
She won her 20th World Cup season title in downhill in 2016, more than any other skier, male or female.
Lindsey ended her competitive career in the 2017-2018 season after recovering from several injuries and competing in her fourth Olympics.
She has received numerous accolades, including Laureus Sportswoman of the Year (2010), USOPC Sportswoman of the Year (2010), and several ESPY Awards.
Many regard Vonn as one of the greatest female alpine skiers of all time because of her versatility, dominance, and longevity in the sport.
Off the slopes, she has appeared on magazine covers, endorsed major brands, and advocates for healthy living and sportsmanship.
