Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming has cemented his legacy as a two-time Olympic gold medalist at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, proving that resilience and passion can turn dreams into reality. 🌟
After securing bronze in the men’s big air final on February 7, Su stunned fans by claiming slopestyle gold on his 22nd birthday (February 18) – a victory he called 'unexpected but magical.' 🎂🏅 'I wanted to show the world that Chinese snowboarding keeps rising,' he told CGTN’s Greg Laffradi, reflecting on the pressure of representing his country.
This year’s wins add to his historic Beijing 2022 gold and silver, making him one of China’s most decorated winter athletes. But the road wasn’t smooth: Su battled injuries and a two-year hiatus post-2022, admitting he 'struggled mentally' before rediscovering his fire. 🔥
His slopestyle final performance – an 82.41-point masterclass – wasn’t just a personal triumph. It’s a beacon for Asia’s growing snowboarding scene, inspiring young athletes from Seoul to Shanghai. 🌏❄️
As the Olympic flame dims in Milano, Su’s story reminds us: Champions aren’t born – they’re built through grit, comebacks, and a dash of birthday luck. 💪✨
