Winter Olympics 2026: Can Mark McMorris Secure Fourth Snowboard Slopestyle Medal?
At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Mark McMorris is set to compete in the men’s snowboard slopestyle final. The Canadian athlete aims to secure his fourth consecutive Olympic medal in this challenging event. Despite facing uncertainty about his participation due to a crash during Big Air training, McMorris made a strong comeback, clinching third place in slopestyle qualifying.
Key Competitors in the Slopestyle Final
McMorris will compete against a formidable group of snowboarders on Wednesday, February 18. Notably, 20-year-old Dane Menzies from New Zealand surprised everyone by qualifying for the final.
Other Top Contenders
- Marcus Kleveland: The two-time world champion from Norway is eager to win his first Olympic medal.
- Cameron Spalding: A teammate of McMorris, the 2025 Crystal Globe winner finished fifth in the qualifiers.
- Su Yiming: The silver medalist from Beijing 2022 will look to shine, especially after winning a Big Air bronze last week.
- Red Gerard: The 2018 Olympic champion qualified in 11th place but arrives with momentum from back-to-back X Games titles.
The final promises to be an exciting showcase of talent, with McMorris at the center of attention as he seeks to add to his Olympic legacy. With so many skilled riders in the mix, viewers can expect a thrilling competition ahead.
