Who can possibly stand in the way of China's Gu Ailing? 🌟
The 21-year-old sensation showed no signs of slowing down as she claimed her 17th victory at the Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe World Cup at Copper Mountain on Saturday. 🏆✨ This win not only adds another trophy to her collection but also cements her place on top of the all-time leaderboard! 🎉
Gu entered the final with confidence after ranking first in the preliminaries. Joining her in the finals were Chinese compatriots Li Fanghui and Chen Zihan, making it a proud moment for the Chinese mainland. 🇨🇳
The 2021 halfpipe world champion took the lead with an impressive score of 90.50 points on her first run. Despite pushing herself even harder in her second and third runs, Gu made a couple of slips that could've cost her the top spot. 😬 But fear not, her initial stellar performance was enough to secure the gold!
She narrowly edged out Great Britain's Zoe Atkins, who scored 89.75 points and took the runner-up position. 🥈 Li Fanghui finished fifth while Chen Zihan placed eighth, showcasing the rising talent in the sport. 🌟
Gu's 14th consecutive halfpipe title is a testament to her dedication and skill. She's not just winning medals; she's inspiring a generation! 🙌🔥
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Gu Ailing secures 17th victory at Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe World Cup
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