Lindsey Vonn proposes to P.K. Subban: 'Men should get engagement rings too'

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Lindsey Vonn proposed to P.K. Subban on Christmas Day, the former skiing star announced on social media on Wednesday.

The couple had previously announced their engagement in August, but Vonn's "non traditional" move saw the New Jersey Devils defenseman receive an engagement ring, as well. Subban had proposed earlier this year with an emerald ring, per Vogue, because green is Vonn’s favorite color and it’s his birthstone.

"Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone!!" Vonn wrote on Twitter. "On our 2 year anniversary, in a 'non traditional' move, I asked PK to marry me and he said, Yes ! Women aren’t the only ones who should get engagement rings! #MerryChristmas #equality"

Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone!! On our 2 year anniversary, in a “non traditional” move, I asked PK to marry me and he said, Yes ☺️! Women aren’t the only ones who should get engagement rings! #MerryChristmas #equality pic.twitter.com/hhdm85RoWi — lindsey vonn (@lindseyvonn) December 25, 2019

Vonn expanded on her reasons for proposing on Instagram, writing "We talk about equality but actions speak louder than words. Men should get engagement rings too and this is what PK deserves. Can’t wait to marry you babe."

The 35-year-old Vonn retired earlier this year from competitive skiing. She won three Olympic medals, including a gold in the downhill at the 2010 Games, and won four Wold Cup titles and has 82 World Cup race wins, the women's record.

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Subban, 30, is in his first season with the Devils following stops with the Nashville Predators and Montreal Canadiens, with whom he won the 2013 Norris Trophy given to the NHL's best defenseman.

The couple began dating in 2017. Vonn was previously married to former skier Thomas Vonn, and kept his last name after they separated.

Contributing: Associated Press