In an exhilarating final in Paris, Yuto Horigome of Japan successfully defended his Olympic title in men’s street skateboarding. His last trick propelled him to the top of the podium, showcasing his prowess and skill in a tense competition.
Jagger Eaton of Team USA upgraded his Tokyo bronze to silver, while Nyjah Huston also from the US, secured the final podium spot on Monday.
The competition, held under clear skies amidst sweltering heat, saw Horigome clinch gold with a flawless slide down the 10-stair round rail, further emphasizing Japan’s dominance in the sport following Coco Yoshizawa’s victory in the women’s event.
“It was a tough battle to make the podium this time,” said Horigome. “The skate level’s insane.” His words reflect the resilience and determination that led him to his back-to-back Olympic gold victories, inspiring all who witnessed his performance.
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The intense battle between Horigome and Eaton was a sight to behold. Eaton demonstrated some of his best moves, but he fell short in catching up to Horigome as he stumbled on his final attempt, adding a thrilling element to the competition.
Horigome looked every bit the favorite as he delivered a remarkable performance, utilizing the course’s 18 features in his opening run of the final. Despite encountering some setbacks, he displayed a touch of magic by securing the gold with Japanese fans cheering him on.
Olympic skateboarding will continue with the women’s and men’s park events on August 6 and 7.
