"Very genuine and authentic"-Lindsey Vonn reacts to Roger Federer's commencement speech as the tennis icon gets an honorary doctorate from Dartmouth

Lindsey Vonn extended heartfelt wishes to Roger Federer on his 2024 commencement speech at Dartmouth College. The former tennis player received the honor of a Doctor of Human Letters degree from Dartmouth College.

In an interview from 2017, Vonn recalled having met the retired tennis player after years of watching him perform and inspire as an athlete.

"Meeting him after watching him for so many years, and seeing how humble he is and how much of a philanthropist he is, those are the kinds of things that I want to carry out in my life and in my career as well." (via Tennis Majors)

In a recent Instagram post by Federer, he was seen delivering a speech packed with life lessons. His winning speech touched upon the following points: 'Effortless is a myth'. 'It's only a point' and 'Life is bigger than the court'.

"Effortless is a myth. I didn't get where I got on pure talent alone. I got there by trying to outwork my opponents... Most of the time, it's not about having a gift, it's about having grit..when you're playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world.. when it's behind you, it's behind you..."

Lindsey Vonn commented on Federer's post and heaped praise on the Swiss tennis legend for his speech, which she called "genuine and authentic".

"Yeah Rog!!!! Love that you did this. Very genuine and authentic"

Lindsey Vonn's comment on Roger Federer's post; Instagram - @rogerfederer

Lindsey Vonn cheered on Roger Federer when he unlocked his golf talent

Lindsey Vonn at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix

Federer, whom Vonn claimed as her 'forever GOAT' since his impact mattered more than the statistics, is enjoying life after retirement. The documentary series, Federer: Twelve Final Days (Roger's final twelve days in tennis) premiered at the Tribeca Festival on June 10 and is soon to hit the Amazon Prime platform.

Amid the rollercoaster ride, Federer turned his attention to golf. In an Instagram post, he said that he picked up a new hobby and asked for pointers.

To this, Vonn commented:

"Pretty sure you already nailed it".

Lindsey Vonn had an impressive skiing career, during which, she won three Olympic medals. Her only gold came in the Downhill event in Vancouver in 2010. That year, she also clinched the bronze in Super-G. Vonn's third Olympic medal came in the downhill event in 2018, when the Winter Games were held in Pyeongchang.