American Lindsey Vonn, 41, completed a successful downhill training run at the Milan Cortina Olympics, signaling her readiness for the race. Despite a recent ACL injury, Vonn finished third in the training, 0.37 seconds behind teammate Breezy Johnson. Her coach, Aksel Lund Svindal, noted her calmness, indicating she's managing her injury and aiming for a medal.

This marks a remarkable comeback for Vonn, who returned from retirement last season after a partial titanium knee replacement. She faced a setback with a crash before the Olympics, but has persevered. Vonn's performance is even more impressive considering her brace, which impacts her aerodynamics. She holds a record of 12 World Cup wins in Cortina.

Vonn's determination is evident, especially considering the challenges she has overcome. She will undoubtedly push hard in the downhill, knowing the competition will be fierce. Svindal acknowledged that she needs to minimize favoring her right leg on landings. The Olympic downhill promises to be an exciting event, and fans eagerly anticipate her performance.