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- Nick Baumgartner, a 44-year-old snowboarder from Michigan, competes in his fifth Olympics at Milan Cortina, beginning February 12, 2026, after training for over 21 years.
- He previously won gold in mixed snowboard cross at Beijing 2022.
- He is the oldest U.S. male snowboarder by 14 years.
- He is proud to represent older athletes in a youth-dominated sport.
- He believes any medal at his age would send a powerful message.
