Lindsey Vonn defies the odds to chase Olympic dream

Vonn, 41, is one of the most recognisable faces in women's sport, let alone alpine skiing. She has been on the cover of Time magazine and Sports Illustrated and was a one-time girlfriend of golfer Tiger Woods, bringing attention that made her instantly visible to a wider audience than winter sports enthusiasts. That visibility, allied with charity work and a savvy social media presence, has seamlessly combined with an enviable sporting prowess to bring her three Olympic medals -- including one...