In a moment of national pride, China’s rising snowboarding sensation Su Yiming will carry the Chinese flag at the closing ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. The grand event is set for 3:30 AM Beijing time on February 23 in Verona, Italy, marking the culmination of two weeks of intense competition.
The 22-year-old athlete has been the standout performer for China in these games, securing one gold and one bronze medal in snowboarding events. His achievements have elevated his Olympic tally to four medals, underscoring his rapid ascent in the sport.
Su made history early by clinching bronze in the men’s big air competition, China’s first medal of the Olympics. He followed it up with a spectacular gold in the men’s slopestyle, becoming the first Chinese athlete to top the podium in these Winter Games.
This flagbearing honor reflects Su’s pivotal role in showcasing China’s growing prowess in winter sports. As he leads the delegation, waving the national flag high, it symbolizes the nation’s burgeoning talent pool and commitment to excelling on the global stage.
Fans across China are eagerly awaiting this patriotic display, which promises to be a highlight of the closing festivities. Su’s journey from promising youth to Olympic hero inspires a new generation of winter athletes.