Henry Sildaru, a 19-year-old freestyle skier, is being ceremonially welcomed in Tallinn on Sunday as an Olympic medalist. His debut at the Milano Cortina Olympics was highly anticipated, and while he did not secure a medal in the park discipline or Big Air, he demonstrated exceptional talent through skillful tricks and routines that caught the attention of spectators and judges. The live broadcast of the celebration will be aired on ETV2 and ERR's sports portal, featuring commentary from Tarmo Tiisler and Kristjan Kallaste, with reporter Aet Süvari on the scene.

During the qualification for the slopestyle event, although Sildaru faced challenges initially, he impressively bounced back to secure his place in the finals by scoring 88.00 points with a stellar routine that demonstrated his talent and resilience. Despite not scoring in his first final attempt, Sildaru's second performance, featuring breathtaking aerial maneuvers, earned him a score of 92.75 points, putting him in the lead as he approached the decisive round. Although the gold medal eventually went to American athlete Alex Ferreira, Sildaru's performance was a testament to his skills and potential for the future.

This welcoming event is not just a celebration of an athlete's achievement but also highlights the rising prominence of skiing sports in Estonia. It reflects the national pride in Sildaru's accomplishments, especially as he represents the younger generation of Estonian athletes showcasing their talents on international stages. The coverage and dialogue surrounding the event underscores the significant role that sports play in unifying and invigorating national identity in Estonia.