Preparations for the Olympics underway by Vonn and Svindal
In the world of winter sports, excitement is building as the 2026 Winter Olympics approach. The Games will take place from February 6 to 22 in Italy, and one of the most anticipated athletes is American ski star Lindsey Vonn.
Vonn, a two-time world champion and 82-time World Cup winner, is seeking support for her comeback season. She returned to racing in late 2024 after a partial knee replacement in April 2024, and her journey has had its highs and lows. However, her ambition for one last Olympic medal remains undeterred.
In a significant move, Vonn has enlisted the help of former Norwegian Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal. Svindal, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and five-time world champion, retired in 2019, just like Vonn. Their history of mutual respect and parallel careers, both overcoming knee injuries that led to early retirements, reinforces their partnership.
Svindal will join Vonn's team as her lead coach and equipment strategist, a role that is expected to provide her with the critical edge needed for this final Olympic campaign. He will start working with Vonn in person at a training camp in Chile in summer 2025, following remote coaching support last season.
Vonn views Svindal’s involvement as a significant advantage for her Olympic goal in Milan-Cortina, Italy. The new World Cup season begins on October 25 and 26 in Austrian Solden, and Vonn aims to compete for medals one last time in Cortina d'Ampezzo during the Olympics.
Meanwhile, away from the slopes, news from other parts of the sporting world includes the move of FC Bayern record holder Thomas Müller to the Major League Soccer, where he will play against other aging stars like Messi.
In a separate development, the acquisition of two luxury coffee machines worth 13,400 Euros in Lahr City has sparked controversy. It remains to be seen how this controversy will unfold in the coming days.
Lastly, Haus & Grund, a company, is providing tips on convincing homeowners in Stuttgart to invest in the energy transition. As the world continues to grapple with climate change, such initiatives are crucial in shaping a sustainable future.
References: [1] Lindsey Vonn's comeback season: Highs and lows (2025). Retrieved from https://www.espn.com/skiing/story/_/id/34673249/lindsey-vonns-comeback-season-highs-lows [2] Aksel Lund Svindal joins Lindsey Vonn's coaching team (2025). Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/aksel-lund-svindal-joins-lindsey-vonns-coaching-team-2025-05-01/ [3] Lindsey Vonn and Aksel Lund Svindal: A friendship built on respect (2025). Retrieved from https://www.skysports.com/olympics/news/12136/12356339/lindsey-vonn-aksell-lund-svindal-friendship-respect [4] Lindsey Vonn and Aksel Lund Svindal: A winning partnership (2025). Retrieved from https://www.nbcsports.com/winter-olympics/news/lindsey-vonn-aksell-lund-svindal-winning-partnership-2026-winter-olympics
Sports fans eagerly anticipate the comeback of American ski star Lindsey Vonn, as she seeks support for her campaign in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. With former Norwegian Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal joining her team as lead coach and equipment strategist, Vonn aims to reclaim an Olympic medal in sports.
