“Never Know What Could Happen to an Athlete”: Skiing Legend Mikaela Shiffrin Ignites Love From Local Stars As She Closes in on an Iconic Feat

Mikaela Shiffrin is just one win away from creating history. Skier Lindsey Vonn‘s 82 World Cup record might soon be broken by her American compatriot, who recently won her 81st title in Zagreb. While fans await to watch the 27-year-old local skier create history, Burnsville’s Buck Hill people have showered their love and wishes for Shiffrin.

In a recent news coverage, the natives shared their excitement, as they hope to witness another world record being created by their favorite skier.

After Vonn, its Shiffrin’s turn to shine for her country

While some people might hate winters and snow, it is a blessing for skiers at Buck Hill. The ski hill has been home to many Olympian skiers, including Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin. While the locals have already witnessed one local hero create history at the World Cup circuit, it is time for Snow Queen Shiffrin to mark another historical moment for the local fans.

Although the recent night slalom at Zagreb got canceled due to unsuitable weather conditions, fans eagerly await the glorious moment. In a recent television news channel, Buck Hill locals shared their thoughts on Shiffrin’s possible big win.

A fan termed Shiffrin as the best and said, “I think Lindsey Vonn has gone on to say that Mikaela will be the best skier in the world if she is not already now.”

While another person was left awestruck by her pace, “She’s done it at a very fast pace. I didn’t expect her to catch Lindsey this quickly.”

While both the fans believed that hard work definitely finally pays off, some showed signs of uncertainties. One wrote, “You never know what could happen to an athlete or to someone who’s just getting into skiing here at Buck Hill.”

Another showered words of encouragement, “You pursue your dreams, work hard as you can, and great things can happen.”

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After a disappointing exit from the 2022 Olympics, Shriffin has headed straight for creating a historic feat. Maybe idol and ex-fellow skier Vonn’s support and words after the major setback have inspired the Shiffrin.

When Vonn backed Mikaela Shiffrin against all criticisms

Although fans and others have always tried to pitch the two star American skiers against each other, Vonn and Shiffrin have always shared a great on and off-field relationship. Hence, when the two-time Olympic gold medallist Shiffrin failed to even make it to the top 10 of any ski events at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, Vonn was right there to protect the young skier from trolls.

Vonn had slammed the fans for keeping unrealistic expectations from athletes. She had also backed Shiffrin and believed that the skier would come back stronger.

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And just like the legend said, the Snow Queen has regained her supremacy in the sport. She will soon be chasing her 82nd World Cup title in a couple of days. Do you think Mikaela Shiffrin will break Lindsey Vonn’s record? Lets us know in the comments below.