Anna Gasser Reaches 2026 Winter Olympics Big Air Finals; Sadowski-Synnott Leads Qualifiers
The competition for the big air finals at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics has heated up. Two-time defending champion Anna Gasser of Austria has advanced to the finals, potentially on the verge of claiming her third consecutive Olympic gold. She will compete alongside prominent athletes including New Zealand’s Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, British teenager Mia Brookes, and Japan’s Murase Kokomo.
Anna Gasser’s Journey to the Finals
Anna Gasser continues her quest for Olympic glory, showcasing her skills at the 2026 Winter Olympics. As she prepares for the final, fans are eager to see if she can achieve an unprecedented third gold medal.
Sadowski-Synnott’s Dominant Performance
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott put on a formidable display during the qualifiers. Her first jump featured a switch backside 1260 mute grab, earning her an impressive score of 90.00. This score established her as the initial leader, and she maintained her dominance throughout the event.
- First jump: 90.00
- Second jump: 82.25
- Third jump: 82.25
Sadowski-Synnott’s total score of 172.25 positions her as a strong contender for the gold medal. She aims to add this title to her previous Olympic silver from Beijing 2022 and her bronze medal from PyeongChang 2018.
Other Noteworthy Competitors
Murase Kokomo, an Olympic bronze medalist and reigning world champion, demonstrated consistency throughout the qualifiers. She finished just 0.5 points behind Sadowski-Synnott, placing her in a favorable position for the finals.
Mia Brookes, the world champion in slopestyle, faced a challenge after falling on her first run. However, she rebounded with an outstanding second jump, scoring 89.00 with a backside 1260 melon grab. Her final jump solidified her place in the finals, where she scored 78.00 to secure third position.
As the finals approach, the competition is set to be exhilarating, with top snowboarders vying for Olympic recognition.
