Lindsey Vonn named to U.S. ski team despite uncertain future
The roster includes Mikaela Shiffrin, Lindsey Vonn and Breezy Johnson as the team prepares for 40 women’s races and 43 men’s races.
- U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced 49 athletes named to the 2026-27 Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team, including three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn, who continues recovering from injuries sustained at the Milano Cortina Games.
- Returning stars including Mikaela Shiffrin, Breezy Johnson, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Jacqueline Wiles, and Paula Moltzan anchor the roster; Borgen Family Alpine Director Sasha Rearick said the group is "determined and impressive."
- The 2026-27 Audi FIS Ski World Cup schedule features 40 women's races at 20 venues and 43 men's races at 21 venues, beginning October 24-25 in Sölden, Austria.
- Athletes prepare for the 2027 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Crans Montana, Switzerland, from February 1-14, where men and women will compete for five medal events including team combined.
- The season concludes on home snow at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho, from March 20-25, where Crystal Globes will be awarded to season champions.
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Alpine Skiing | Lindsey Vonn's Return to the National Team May Be a Media Stunt, Says Kalle Palander
Lindsey Vonn's selection for the national team is a surprise, as she was in danger of losing her left leg in February.
The United States Ski and Snowboard Federation has named Lindsey Vonn to the national team for the upcoming season, even though the legendary athlete is still recovering from a serious injury. The 41-year-old American is among 17 athletes selected for the elite "A" team of the United States. However, Vonn's presence on the team does not mean that she will return to competition soon. The skier continues her rehabilitation after a serious fall in …
Although there are many question marks over the future of alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn, she has been named to the U.S. team for the upcoming World Cup season. However, there is no reason to expect a quick return.
Lindsey Vonn was included in the US national team after a serious injury at the Olympics
Lindsey Vonn was included in the US national team after a serious injury at the OlympicsThe alpine skier, who is continuing her recovery from an injury sustained at the Italian Games in February, has been named to the U.S. national...
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