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Olympics-New Zealand snowboarder Sadowski-Synnott savours golden return


Published on 2025-02-12 23:05:20 - MSN
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  • Grounded by a troubling ankle injury for much of 2024, New Zealand's first Winter Olympic champion Zoi Sadowski-Synnott is now back on top of the snowboarding world after a "mind-blowing" few weeks in Colorado.

The article from MSN discusses New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's triumphant return to the Winter Olympics in Beijing, where she won a gold medal in the women's slopestyle event. This victory marked her as the first New Zealander to win a Winter Olympic gold medal. Sadowski-Synnott, who had previously won a bronze in the big air event at the same Olympics, expressed her joy and relief at achieving this long-term goal, especially after overcoming challenges like a knee injury. Her success not only highlights her personal achievement but also underscores the growing prowess of New Zealand in winter sports. The article captures her emotional response to the win, her reflections on her journey, and her aspirations for future competitions, emphasizing her dedication and the support she received from her team and fans.

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