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Chloe Kim Snags Silver Despite Injury at Olympics

2/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Chloe Kim (American snowboarder) won silver in the Women's Snowboard Halfpipe Final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
She finished second behind Gaon Choi of South Korea, scoring 88.00 to 90.25.
Kim competed with a dislocated shoulder prior to the Games and performed a double-cork 1080.
The judging sparked debate about difficulty, and Kim expressed pride while thanking her boyfriend, NFL star Myles Garrett, for support.

History

Historical Context

The 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, held from February 8 to 24, featured 2,399 athletes from 77 nations, marking a significant increase in global participation. The Games, notable for introducing new events like women's bobsleigh, showcased American snowboarder Ross Powers winning gold in the men's halfpipe, reflecting the growing popularity of winter sports and setting a competitive legacy for future athletes like Chloe Kim.

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Story summary

Chloe Kim (American snowboarder) won silver in the Women's Snowboard Halfpipe Final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
She finished second behind Gaon Choi of South Korea, scoring 88.00 to 90.25.
Kim competed with a dislocated shoulder prior to the Games and performed a double-cork 1080.
The judging sparked debate about difficulty, and Kim expressed pride while thanking her boyfriend, NFL star Myles Garrett, for support.

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