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Lindsey Vonn podiums again in St. Moritz

Lindsey Vonn continues to impress on the slopes, finishing second in the St. Moritz World Cup downhill race. Following her historic win, she prepares for the super-G race, aiming to further cement her status as the world’s top downhill skier.

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In a spectacular display of speed and skill, Park City's own Lindsey Vonn secured a place on the podium once again at the St. Moritz World Cup, finishing second in the event's second downhill race on Saturday. This follows her historic victory on Friday, further solidifying her reputation as one of the greatest alpine skiers in the sport's history. Vonn, who clocked in at a time of 1:30.74, was just 0.24 seconds behind Germany’s Emma Aicher, who clinched the top spot in this highly competitive race. Italy's Sophia Goggia came in third, completing the podium with an impressive performance. Vonn’s ability to push through tight competition has been a hallmark of her career, and her consecutive strong finishes in St. Moritz have reignited enthusiasm among fans and commentators alike. The 41-year-old ski legend expressed both joy and confidence in her performance. Following her commanding win on Friday, where she posted a remarkable time of 1:29.63—nearly a second ahead of her closest competitor—Vonn was enthusiastic about her upcoming race in the super-G category. She noted that her training times for the super-G event had consistently been quicker than those for downhill, raising expectations for her performance in tomorrow's race. As Vonn prepares to take to the slopes one final time in St. Moritz, anticipation builds around whether she can achieve yet another accolade at this prestigious venue. Her results not only reflect her perseverance but also confirm her status as the leading downhill skier in the world, as she now holds the top rank in the discipline following this series of races. Fans of Vonn and alpine skiing are eagerly awaiting the super-G race, where she will look to add to her impressive tally of career wins. With her rich history in the sport and a fanbase that spans the globe, Vonn remains a beacon of excellence in competitive skiing and continues to inspire the next generation of athletes.