“Lindsey Vonn is back”- Alexis Pinturault cheers for the American skier as she gears up for her comeback in first official race after retirement

Lindsey Vonn, one of the most celebrated figures in alpine skiing, is set to make her long-awaited return to competitive racing after retiring in 2019. French alpine skier Alexis Pinturault expressed his excitement for Vonn’s comeback, cheering her on as she prepares to compete in the Birds of Prey Audi FIS Ski World Cup in Beaver Creek, Colorado.

This event marks Vonn’s first official race in six years, following her retirement due to a severe knee injury. The 40-year-old skiing legend has undergone multiple surgeries and extensive recovery to return to the slopes.

Sharing her enthusiasm on social media, Vonn posted a video with Pinturault, captioning his supportive words: “Lindsey is back,” and added her encouragement for Team USA athletes Ryan Cochran-Siegle and Sam Morse.

Vonn, a three-time Olympic medalist with an incredible 82 World Cup victories to her name, reflected on her journey back to the sport in a heartfelt note. She described her upcoming race as a stepping stone toward regaining her full form, acknowledging the challenges of finding her rhythm after a long hiatus.

Despite these obstacles, she emphasized the joy she feels in competing again and her determination to keep progressing. Sharing her excitement, she wrote, “100% will come in time, but not tomorrow.

It’s been six years since I last raced, so I still have a lot of equipment to test, finding my groove and really getting into racing form.” With her indomitable spirit and unparalleled legacy, Lindsey Vonn’s return is a moment of triumph, not only for her but for the sport she has inspired for decades.