The winter 2022 Olympic games came to an end Saturday. These Olympic games presented many great presentations and competitions amongst countries. Coming in the wake of a pandemic, it gained controversy, citing it may allow for the transmission of covid Even so, the Olympic games were not delayed and played out just as usual. Here are some of the best moments from this Winter Olympics.
Jessie Diggins(American) won her second medal of the Beijing games, making her the most decorated American cross country skier.
Finland takes home the gold in hockey, marking the country’s first gold medal in this sport. Gaining its win over ROC(Russia Olympic Committee)
Sweden is able to take the gold in men’s curling, marking its first gold in men’s curling.
The game was filled with many exciting moments from all countries, providing a somewhat continuity during an uncertain time. Maybe the saddest moment coming by the way of snowboarder Shaun White. The face of snowboarding for nearly 20 years.
“… I think this is will be my last — well, it will be my last competition. Which is pretty special too.”- Shaun White said.
At the age of 35, he called it quits due to ongoing knee and back problems, issues that have been sidelining him. In his career, he has gained 3 gold medals and 5 Olympic games appearances. Making him the most decorated Olympic snowboarder ever. He also made history this week as the oldest male to compete in the halfpipe Olympic competition.
“This has all had its amazing glow to every single decision and every single competition because I’ve decided this will be my last Olympics,”- Shaun White said to a Yahoo reporter