Lindsey Vonn: Ex-ski star blows off visit to the Vienna Opera Ball

This rejection comes as a surprise: The American ski racer Lindsey Vonn (35) will not visit the Vienna Opera Ball alongside the Austrian construction lion Richard "Mörtel" Lugner (87). The announced the 35-year-old on Friday morning on Twitter, Just two days after announcing their participation.

Vonn did not give reasons for her sudden withdrawal. In her short post it only says: "Last week I had an incredible time in Austria and I am looking forward to my next visit." Host Lugner was a little clearer there. He told the Austrian "Kronen Zeitung": "We have legal problems – we have to solve them." They still have time until February 20. Then the Vienna State Opera once again hosts the annual dance event with around 5,000 guests.