Winter Olympics gold medalist Su Yiming, who stole hearts at Beijing 2022 with his gravity-defying snowboard tricks, is now eyeing the summer stage! 🏂💥 In a virtual chat with CGTN Sports Scene, the athlete shared his excitement for skateboarding’s return at the Paris 2024 Olympics—where the world’s best will shred at the iconic Place de La Concorde.
From Snow to Skateboards
Su, known for landing the first-ever 1980-degree spin in competition, called skateboarding 'a culture of creativity and courage' during the interview. 'It’s like snowboarding’s cool cousin,' he joked, highlighting similarities between the two adrenaline-packed sports. 🏔️➡️🌆
Champion Mindset, Youth Inspiration
At just 20, Su has become a role model for Gen Z athletes globally. 'The Olympics aren’t just about medals—they’re about pushing limits and connecting people,' he said, grinning from our AR-powered Paris Rooftop Café. His message to young dreamers? 'Fail, laugh, try again. That’s how you make history.' ✨
As Paris preps its urban playground for skateboarding’s park and street events, Su’s crossover stardom reminds us: whether on snow or concrete, passion knows no season. 🔥
