Kimura Kira Clinches Snowboard Big Air Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics
In a thrilling conclusion to the Big Air event, Japan’s Kimura Kira triumphed at the 2026 Winter Olympics, capturing the gold medal with a spectacular final jump.
Kimura Kira Shines at Milano Cortina 2026
The competition took place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Kimura, at just 21 years old, demonstrated remarkable skill and determination. He initially led the event after his strong first jump, scoring 89.00 points.
Final Jump Seals Victory
Despite a setback in his second run, where he fell and dropped from contention, Kimura rebounded magnificently. His final jump earned an impressive score of 90.50 points. This secured him a total of 179.50 points, which ultimately clinched the gold medal.
Podium Finishers
- Gold: Kimura Kira (Japan) – 179.50 points
- Silver: Kimata Ryoma (Japan) – 171.50 points
- Bronze: Su Yiming (China) – 168.50 points
Kimura’s victory was particularly notable as he shared the podium with his fellow countryman, Kimata Ryoma, who took silver. Ryoma, the reigning world champion, finished with a combined score of 171.50 points.
In securing the bronze medal, Su Yiming made history as the first athlete to win two medals in the Big Air event across different Olympic Games. His final score was 168.50 points.
The spectacular performances throughout the competition demonstrated the athletes’ dedication and skill, making the event a highlight of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
