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Gold Medalist Kira Kimura Eyes Opening Pitch for Dodgers

2/10/2026

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Kira Kimura, a 21-year-old snowboarder from Japan and Dodgers superfan, won Olympic gold in the big air final at the Milan Winter Olympics, scoring 90.50.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for spring training.
With his Olympic success, Kimura aims to throw the opening pitch at Dodger Stadium in 2026, following the example of Dodgers' superstar Mookie Betts after last year's World Series victory.

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Story summary

Kira Kimura, a 21-year-old snowboarder from Japan and Dodgers superfan, won Olympic gold in the big air final at the Milan Winter Olympics, scoring 90.50.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for spring training.
With his Olympic success, Kimura aims to throw the opening pitch at Dodger Stadium in 2026, following the example of Dodgers' superstar Mookie Betts after last year's World Series victory.