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In the world of sports, where allegiances often run deep, there are moments that transcend boundaries and expectations. Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn, two skiing icons, known for their constant support of tennis sensation Iga ?wi?tek have congratulated the young US Open winner. The world has seen both of them cornering Iga very closely. But this time, with the recent updates from the athlete’s showcases, sportsmanship is at its peak!

The aftermath of 19-year-old Coco Gauff’s sensational victory at the US Open has captivated the world. What’s truly remarkable isn’t just Gauff’s win, but the heartwarming messages that emerged from Shiffrin & Vonn’s social media handle. As the world embraces this heartwarming twist, their cryptic words have made headlines in the tennis and skiing community.

Skiing Athletes Congratulate Youngest American Grand Slam Champion

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The tennis community is in buzz after Gauff’s historic. After 1999, she was the second-youngest American to win a grand slam after Serena Williams. On the day of Coco Gauff’s remarkable US Open triumph, Shiffrin and Vonn shared a touching stories on Instagram along with warming wishes.

On 9th September 2023 Shiffrin reposted a heartwarming video of Gauff’s victory, accompanied by the caption “ALL of the feels,” and tagged Coco Gauff’s account, a powerful gesture of unity. In a subsequent story, she amplified her message with a resounding “MASSIVE Congratulations,” once again tagging Gauff.

Simultaneously, former American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn echoed the same spirit of celebration on her Instagram account. Vonn re-shared a post featuring Gauff’s victory and added her own caption, “Yess!! Congrats,” alongside tagging Coco Gauff. In another story, Vonn shared a video capturing the enthusiasm of Gauff’s fans, expressing her genuine love for the moment.

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However, this celebration brings a fresh and unexpected twist for their fans. Up until now, both athletes have been widely recognized for consistently showing their support, encouragement, and positivity towards Iga on their social media profiles. Whether it’s collaborating or following Iga’s journey at the US Open, the skiing queens have always radiated positivity towards her.

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Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin close connection with Iga ?wi?tek

Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn love for tennis sensation Iga ?wi?tek has always been steadfast and heartening. A Few weeks back, ?wi?tek recently joined forces with Shiffrin in a new project, an announcement met with warmth and enthusiasm.

Shiffrin welcomed her on Instagram, writing, “Welcome to #TeamVisa iga.swiatek,” and expressed her excitement about their joint ventures and shared love for sports.

?Along similar lines, when Iga ?wi?tek faced challenges, Vonn offered heartfelt support. She shared an emotional Instagram story during a flight and demonstrated her dedication to following ?wi?tek’s tennis matches. Her words, “

About last night” and “Still my #1 Iga ?wi?tek,” reflected unwavering admiration for the young tennis sensation.

In essence, Skiing Legends support for both Iga ?wi?tek and Coco Gauff exemplifies the depth of sportsmanship and camaraderie in the world of sports. It’s a place where athletes unite and celebrate each other’s achievements, regardless of their personal connections.

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