On the first day of the Lunar New Year, Yoo Seung-eun, an 18-year-old snowboarder from South Korea, will be competing in the women's slopestyle final at the Winter Olympics held in Italy. Having already secured a historic bronze medal in the women's big air event earlier on January 10, Yoo is now on the quest for multiple medals in her Olympic debut. The final will take place at the Livigno Snowpark, where 12 finalists will battle for the top scores after several rounds of competition. Yoo's previous qualifying score of 76.80 placed her third overall, showcasing her strong position in the upcoming event.

The slopestyle event is characterized by its diverse course, featuring rails and various obstacles that determine the scoring based on the athletes' technical prowess. Many big air competitors, including Yoo, often partake in slopestyle due to the similarities and the chance to further establish their skills on an international platform. Yoo has shown her capability in this area as well, having finished fifth at the Winter Asian Games in Harbin last year. To secure a medal, she needs to be wary of her main competitors, including Joy Sadowski-Synnott from New Zealand, the reigning champion from the Beijing Olympics, and Japan's Kokomo Murase, who recently triumphed in the big air category.

Additionally, the South Korean women's curling team will also be competing against Switzerland later in the evening, further emphasizing the dynamic participation of South Korean athletes at these Games. As the night progresses, attention will shift to the figure skating events, where Jin-Jia, along with fellow debutant Lee Hae-in, will perform their short programs. Both athletes aim to make a significant impact on their Olympic journey, especially Jin-Jia, who recently competed in the team event and expressed growing confidence following her 68.80 score. This pivotal moment holds potential not just for personal accolades but also for national pride as South Korea's athletes strive to shine on the Olympic stage.