Feb 20 β€’ 06:16 UTC πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Estonia ERR

WATCH LIVE | Henry Sildaru, who advanced in third place, competes in the snowboard slopestyle final

Henry Sildaru will compete in the men's snowboard slopestyle final after qualifying third at the Olympic event in Milano Cortina.

This article announces that Henry Sildaru has qualified for the men's snowboard slopestyle final at the Milano Cortina Olympics, securing his spot with a third-place qualification run that earned him 88.00 points. Although his first run did not go well, Sildaru managed to improve in the second attempt and expressed confidence in attempting more difficult jumps during the final. The competition is being broadcast live by ETV2 and ERR's sports portal, with commentators Kristjan Kallaste and Riho Laast-Laas reporting the event. In the qualification heats, Canadian Brendan Mackay set the standard with an impressive score of 92.75 points, and American Nick Goepper also outscored Sildaru, who noted the strategic decision to simplify his third jump to secure a safe passage into the finals. The competition not only showcases Sildaru's talent but also highlights the uncertainty of competing against strong opponents, as last year's world champion Finley Melville Ives did not make it to the finals after a surprising performance. This year’s Games likely brings an intensity that could lead to unexpected results as freestyle skiing captures global attention. As the event approaches, the excitement builds around Sildaru's performance and potential as he seeks to excel against top contenders in the slopestyle event, with many eyes on his future runs. The audience will be eager to see whether his adjustments will afford him the success he seeks at this prestigious Olympic event, amid a backdrop of competitive excellence from a diverse field of athletes.

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