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Intrusive or inspirational, Hermann Maier's comeback has left no one indifferent.

Returning for the first time since almost losing a leg in a

horrendous motorbike accident almost two years ago, the Herminator has evoked a range of intense feeling in those around him, grabbing the headlines with his compelling comeback, diverting the spotlight from the moment's victors and leaders in the sport.

Though disappointed with the result of Tuesday's comeback race _finishing an aggravating 31st, just one spot and .05 seconds away from advancing to the second run of a giant slalom _ Maier acknowledged his return was a victory in itself.

``It was such a severe injury, his leg was almost hanging off after the accident,'' said Knut Okresek, Maier's spokesman. ``It's a miracle he can walk, run, be fit. It's amazing he can stand at the top of this ski slope and do what he has done.''

A feat which required incontestable courage and determination.

``I think it's great he's coming back,'' said Norway's Kjetil Andre Aamodt, a 14-year veteran of the World Cup and the winner of 17 Olympic and world medals. ``It must be difficult for him, it's been almost two years and he almost lost his leg.

``It shows he still has potential. His character is so strong I wouldn't be surprised if he comes back next year and wins it all.''

But not everyone was as enthusiastic about Maier's

highly-publicized return.

Despite posting his first victory since his own bad crash on the slopes in 2000, Hans Knauss saw his triumphant return to the world's elite Tuesday almost completely eclipsed by his illustrious teammate's presence.

Though complimentary about Maier, calling him ``one of the

greatest skiers of all time,'' Knauss refused to dwell on Maier during his post-victory press conference.

``I was happy to comment on Hermann. But I think I've answered enough questions about him,'' Knauss answered politely but firmly.

``However, I'd be happy to answer anymore questions regarding my race.''

Teammate Stephan Eberharter, who replaced Maier as World Cup overall, downhill and super-G champion in his absence, quickly left the finish area after a disappointing opening run, not even watching Maier comeback effort.

The previous day, Eberharter was noticeably cool after being ignored on the slopes as journalists and television crews clustered around Maier following course inspection.

Eberharter has reason to be defensive.

During Maier's four-year reign over the World Cup, Eberharter repeatedly found himself in second place, and was forced to endure endless questions about his failure to overcome his exalted teammate.

Following Maier's accident, Eberharter's accomplishments were put into question, many doubting whether he would have known such success had his teammate been around to challenge him.

Now, despite a strong bid to defend his overall title, despite winning three Olympic medals in Salt Lake City, including a gold in the giant slalom, Eberharter is once again sitting in Maier's shadow.

But Maier appears oblivious to any disturbance he may have

created or any animosity directed at him.

``I really appreciated the welcome I've received,'' Maier said.

``Everyone has been really good to me.''

Maier appeared intent on continuing his comeback efforts, despite Tuesday's setback.

``It was a bit disappointing. I expected more, but I probably wanted too much,'' he said. ``In training I was faster than my teammates.

``I made a lot of errors. Nevertheless, there were still a lot of guys who finished behind me who weren't off for nearly two years.''

Maier's presence will continue to arouse and agitate, the

former-bricklayer from Flachau announcing he would train for the back-to-back downhills scheduled in Wengen this weekend before deciding whether to race.

``It's only by competing that I'll find my rhythm again,'' Maier said.

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