Japanese Snowboarder Kimura Triumphs in 2026 Olympics Big Air Event

Japanese Snowboarder Kimura Triumphs in 2026 Olympics Big Air Event

Japanese snowboarder Kira Kimura achieved a monumental victory in the 2026 Winter Olympics Big Air event. Competing against elite athletes, the 21-year-old secured first place with an impressive score of 179.50 points.

2026 Olympics Big Air Results

Kimura’s victory at the Olympics marked a significant achievement for Japan. His fellow countryman, Ryohei Kimata, who is also a former world champion, finished in second place with a score of 171.50 points.

Medal Winners

  • Gold: Kira Kimura (Japan) – 179.50 points
  • Silver: Ryohei Kimata (Japan) – 171.50 points
  • Bronze: Su Yimin (China) – 168.50 points

The third-place spot was claimed by China’s Su Yimin, the reigning Olympic champion from the 2022 Games, who scored 168.50 points.

The 2026 Winter Olympics are being hosted in Italy and will conclude on February 22. The event highlighted the growing competitiveness of snowboarding on the global stage.

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