This month, the FIS Snowboard World Cup season kicked off at Genting Snow Park in the Chinese mainland city of Zhangjiakou, and home hero Su Yiming stole the show with a massive 174.50-point run to nab the men’s big air title. 🌟🏂
Facing strong winds and tricky conditions, the 21-year-old Beijing 2022 gold medallist stayed cool under pressure. Each rider got three runs, and the two best scores from different angles were added up for the final total.
Su opened with a flawless inward 1980 tail-grab, scoring 86.25 points – the only mark above 80 in Round 1. He then pulled off a switch inward 1980 for 88.25 points, sealing his victory with style. With his 174.50-point combo locked in, he cruised his last run as a victory lap. 🎉
Teammate Ge Chunyu, just 19, took silver, and Japan’s Ryoma Kimata grabbed bronze. It’s an epic start to the new season, and Asia’s snow scene is on 🔥. Watching these tricks live from the slopes to your timeline? Next-level vibes!
Stay tuned as the tour heads to more snowy hotspots – and get ready for more jaw-dropping flips and grabs. Who’s your pick for the next podium? Drop your thoughts below! 👇
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Su Yiming tops men's big air at FIS Snowboard World Cup in Zhangjiakou
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