In a thrilling debut at the FIS Snowboard, Freestyle and Freeski World Championships in Switzerland, China’s Su Yiming turned heads with an impressive snowboard slopestyle performance.
Despite many competitors stumbling in their first runs, the Olympic gold medalist delivered a show-stopping display. Su opened strong, scoring 85.07 points—13.01 points ahead of Canadian Liam Brearley. However, Brearley made an extraordinary comeback in his second run, scoring 90.15 to claim the gold.
At just 21, Su, who had been sidelined from World Cup events due to injury since his triumph at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, pushed his limits with a daring third-run trick. Although this bold move didn’t secure the top spot, his silver medal is a testament to hard work and resilience.
Reflecting on his milestone, Su said, "This is my first time competing at the world championships. And I feel like, after the Beijing Winter Olympics, the overall level of snowboard slopestyle across the globe has reached new heights." His candid words highlight the challenges of perfecting complex tricks and the persistent drive needed to succeed. Every practice session and analysis over the past year is now paying off 🏂✨.
For sports enthusiasts, young professionals, and adventure seekers alike, Su Yiming’s journey shows that every silver is a stepping stone towards gold. His debut is a celebration of progress, passion, and the spirit of overcoming challenges.
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