sports
February 6, 2026
USA’s downhill threat Breezy Johnson has learned to live with doubt and fear
While much of the attention has been placed on Lindsey Vonn in the run-up to the Winter Olympics, her teammate has an extraordinary story of her own
TL;DR
- Breezy Johnson, a promising American skier, has faced a challenging career marked by serious knee injuries.
- She also received a 14-month ban for whereabouts failures, which she described as a human error.
- Johnson has returned to competition with strong performances, including a World Cup win and a World Championship gold medal.
- She draws on her experiences with adversity to focus on mental toughness and seizing present opportunities.
- Johnson is seen as a significant contender for the US Olympic team, complementing skiers like Mikaela Shiffrin.
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