Gwyneth Paltrow was in full hype-squad mode for her close friend and 'sister' Lindsey Vonn as the legendary ski icon made her highly anticipated return to the competitive slopes. The actress took to Instagram on Friday, February 6, to publicly cheer Vonn on as she completed her first Olympic trial run since suffering a devastating ACL tear in her left knee.
Paltrow's Heartfelt Instagram Messages
Paltrow, 53, shared multiple posts on her Instagram Stories to support Vonn during this critical moment. Alongside a photo of the three-time Olympic medalist smiling confidently at the finish line after her approximately 100-second run, Paltrow wrote a touching message: 'Love you so much sister.'
She added another heartfelt note: 'May the wind be at your back and angels at your side [and knee].' Over a separate image showing Vonn fully geared up and ready to race, Paltrow kept it simple yet powerful with a rallying cry: 'Let's GO.'
Vonn's Remarkable Recovery Journey
Despite suffering what doctors described as a 'complete' ACL tear just last week, along with significant bone bruising and meniscal damage, Vonn has demonstrated extraordinary determination. The 41-year-old skier has made it unequivocally clear that she intends to continue competing at the highest level.
Her return to Olympic trials represents a major milestone in her recovery process. If Vonn manages to medal in any of the three Alpine events she's competing in, she could make Olympic history, adding to her already impressive legacy as one of skiing's greatest athletes.
The support from Paltrow highlights the strong bond between the two high-profile women, with the actress serving as a vocal cheerleader during Vonn's challenging comeback journey. This public display of solidarity comes at a crucial time as Vonn faces one of the most difficult competitive challenges of her career following her recent injury.
