Winter Olympics 2026: Hiroto Ogiwara, Ian Matteoli Advance to Snowboard Big Air Finals
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 have begun, showcasing exciting moments in the snowboard competition. The men’s snowboard big air qualifiers kicked off on February 5, at Livigno Snow Park, captivating audiences with impressive athleticism.
Key Highlights from the Men’s Snowboard Big Air Qualifiers
- Ogiwara Hiroto: The Japanese snowboarder topped the qualifiers with a score of 178.50.
- Ian Matteoli: The Italian competitor delighted the local crowd, finishing second.
- Kimura Kira: Another Japanese athlete, rounded out the top three qualifiers.
- Su Yiming: The defending Olympic champion from China qualified in fourth place.
Ogiwara’s Performance
Ogiwara expressed his joy after the event, noting, “I’m really happy that at my first Olympics, I stomped the tricks I wanted and got great scores.” His flawless performance during the official training session helped him maintain confidence heading into the qualifiers.
The 20-year-old demonstrated remarkable composure, emphasizing that he approached the competition with the same mindset as a World Cup event. “I’m the type of person who’s usually either zero or 100,” Ogiwara remarked. “Today I was able to land it, so I’d say it was 100.”
Looking Ahead to the Finals
With the finals approaching, Ogiwara plans to maintain his focus. He aims to give his best performance to secure victory. The anticipation builds as fans look forward to seeing whether he can convert his strong qualifier into a medal-winning run.
Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for more updates on the Winter Olympics 2026 and the thrilling developments in winter sports.
