Snowboarder and Figure Skater Compete for Medals
Lee Chaeun, a skilled Korean snowboarder, and Cha Jun-hwan, a talented figure skater, are set to compete for medals at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Both athletes will participate in key events in northern Italy, showcasing their skills and pursuing Olympic glory.
Snowboarder Lee Chaeun’s Medal Pursuit
On February 11, Lee Chaeun will take part in the men’s snowboard halfpipe final at Livigno Snow Park. This event features 12 competitors, including Lee, with the final beginning at 7:30 p.m. local time. Each finalist will perform three runs, and the best score from these attempts will determine their final standings.
- Event: Men’s Snowboard Halfpipe Final
- Location: Livigno Snow Park, Livigno
- Start Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Competitors: 12 snowboarders
Judging for the snowboard halfpipe will focus on the athletes’ execution, height, and difficulty of their maneuvers on a 22-foot, U-shaped ramp. The highest and lowest scores from six judges will be excluded to determine the overall result.
Figure Skater Cha Jun-hwan’s Free Skate Performance
On the same day, Cha Jun-hwan will perform his free skate routine in the men’s singles figure skating event at the Milano Ice Skating Arena. He previously ranked sixth in the short program with a score of 92.72 points, achieving his season’s best.
- Event: Men’s Singles Figure Skating Free Skate
- Location: Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan
- Previous Rank: Sixth in short program
- Short Program Score: 92.72 points
- Points Behind Third Place: 9.83
Cha finished fifth at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games, marking the best performance by a Korean male figure skater. He aims to surpass this achievement in the ongoing Olympics.
Additional Competitions on February 11
In another event, Korea will face Britain in the women’s curling tournament. This match will take place at the Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium, located approximately 260 kilometers northeast of Milan.
Overall, Lee and Cha’s efforts in their respective sports will be closely watched as they aim for medal honors at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
