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The alpine skiing world is buzzing with excitement as the legendary skier gears up for her spectacular 14th World Cup season. The stage is set in the stunning Soelden, Austria, and Mikaela Shiffrin is no stranger to its challenging slopes. In fact, she’s graced these mountains nine times, leaving her mark with podium finishes on all but three occasions in 2012, 2013, and 2017.

This year, Mikaela is on a thrilling mission to secure her third victory on the formidable Rettenbach Glacier, with a chance to notch her World Cup win. It’s an opportunity to continue making history disguised as a race. Fans are no longer behind the TV; they are now coming forward to support their favorite entities.

Fans’ touching tribute for Mikaela Shiffrin goes viral

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A recent post was shared on Instagram?on Shiffrin fan’s page, which was later re-shared by her. Fans proceeded to make heartfelt comments; some of them said, “You showed everyone that nothing is impossible,” while others reacted with, “Miki, it makes us so proud to have you as our role model. The?team Miki made an incredible and heartwarming video of the athlete.

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The top-class skier later shared that video on her own Instagram story, highlighting the love she got. One of her fans said, “Because there is no one like you. You have taken ski racing to a new level without breaking off.” The message not only showcases how much love she receives but also focuses on the inspiration and admiration people have for her.

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Shiffrin thanks fans for their overwhelming support

Speaking of history, Shiffrin has already made her mark by surpassing the iconic Ingemar Stenmark’s record of 86 victories in the previous season. She’s now the undisputed champion, outshining all skiers, male or female, in the annals of this prestigious competition.

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But the excitement doesn’t end there. Shiffrin’s hunger for success is insatiable, and she’s gunning for an unprecedented third consecutive big crystal globe. If she achieves this, it’ll be her sixth in total, a feat that would cement her status as a true skiing legend. The world is watching, the thrill is palpable, and Mikaela Shiffrin is poised for yet another remarkable season on the slopes.

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