Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka are among the sports stars to have sent messages of support to skiing legend Lindsey Vonn.
Vonn’s Winter Olympics dream is over after she crashed in Milano Cortina, where she was airlifted to hospital.
The American has since undergone successful surgery, with figures in and out of the sporting world now showing their support.
Vonn, a hugely decorated alpine ski racer, returned to the sport in 2024 after announcing her retirement in 2019.
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka send messages to Lindsey Vonn after surgery
Gauff and Osaka have now messaged the icon on the back of her update on Instagram, which read: “I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful.
“Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago. I’m making progress and while it is slow, I know I’ll be ok.
“Thankful for all of the incredible medical staff, friends, family, who have been by my side and the beautiful outpouring of love and support from people around the world.
“Also, huge congrats to my teammates and all of the Team USA athletes who are out there inspiring me and giving me something to cheer for.”
Former world number one Osaka commented: “Sending you love,” while her fellow WTA star Gauff wrote: “Champ forever!”
Lindsey Vonn receives messages from Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner
In fact, many other tennis stars have been sending their love to Vonn, including ATP leaders Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
Along with tennis legend Rafael Nadal, they sent various emojis, while Frances Tiafoe wrote: “The people’s champ.”
Footballing royalty has joined the discussion too, with David Beckham writing “Champion” and Bastian Schweinsteiger commenting: “Speedy recovery”.
The 41-year-old is clearly a hugely popular figure, and will hopefully experience a full and speedy recovery from her unfortunate injury.
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