Henry Sildaru, a freestyle skier who achieved remarkable success at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, is set to return to Estonia on Sunday, February 22, after winning a silver medal in the men's slopestyle event. Sildaru’s achievement marks a significant milestone as he becomes the seventh Estonian to win an Olympic medal in the Winter Games, having scored an impressive 93.00 points during his competition run. His success is celebrated by the Estonian Olympic Committee as a source of national pride.

The public reception for Sildaru will take place in the central square of the Rotermann quarter in Tallinn, although the exact time has yet to be confirmed. This event is expected to gather fans and supporters eager to celebrate the young athlete's accomplishment. Sildaru shared his thoughts after the event, expressing that he did not expect to win a medal but remained hopeful if he performed well, ultimately highlighting his excitement over achieving this prestigious award.

Arriving back in Estonia alongside his father, Tõnis, Sildaru's return is set to be a festive occasion, although there will not be a special congratulations event at Tallinn Airport. Instead, the focus will be on the celebration that follows at Rotermann, indicating the strong local support for this talented athlete and the importance of his achievement for the Estonian sporting community.