After conquering her sport, Lindsey Vonn became the champion of it. Vonn has worked her way to become the champion mentor of women athletes, working for the betterment of women athletes. She is instrumental in bringing more awareness to underrepresented women’s sports and providing them with more opportunities. Trying to bring a positive impact to the community and change it for the better. On her way, it is obvious to develop a bond with other like-minded athletes.
Lindsey Vonn recently opened up on one such bond she has with an Italian skiing star. The Italian champ holds the distinction of having 12 victories on the Olympia delle Tofane track. The feat remains unmatched to date.
Matched by skiing style, says Lindsey Vonn
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Vonn has a great kinship with her fellow skier and the current ?speed queen? Sofia Goggia. Vonn won her last Olympic medal at PyeongChang in 2018 at the age of 33. She believes that Goggia will keep her competitive spirit stronger than ever at the same age in the next three years at the Winter Olympics Milano-Cortina 2026.
Calling her a force of nature, Vonn is very fond of her. They share the same tenacity and passion for the sport and it is one of the reasons that they have great chemistry. While talking to Olympic.com, Vonn said about Sofia, “You know, she skis with her heart on her sleeve, as did I. And so I know she will give 110% as much as she possibly has to be successful in Cortina.??She holds a special place in the heart of the former world champion.
Cortina has a special place
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From February 6, 2026, to February 22, 2026, Milano Cortina will be hosting the athletes at the Winter Olympics 2026. Cortina is one of the most special places for Lindsey. It holds the most precious memories for Vonn. Vonn told to Olympic.com that Cortina is a beautiful place to have the Olympics.
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It is also a very good opportunity for the growth of winter sports in Italy. It will be great to showcase that part of the world. She is excited about the Winter Olympics and for the world to be able to witness the beauty of the place. With a very firm belief in her friend, Vonn is looking forward to Sofia taking the top podium in the coming Olympics.
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Lindsey Vonn has forged a trail-blazing path for the coming generation and will continue to inspire the coming generation. Her passion for the sport and her social morality of standing up for under-represented women athletes has made her an inspiration and a legend in her sport.
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