“Last Contest”: Shaun White Competing at World Cup Event to Solidify Last Olympic Appearance Chances

Arguably the greatest snowboarder in the sport’s history, Shaun White has an untarnished legacy. But as he prepares to bid goodbye, winning another Olympic medal would be the perfect curtain call. Hence, the incredible White now aims to qualify for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Ever since he made his debut back in 2000, for two decades, he has entertained the audience with his breathtaking skills.

Undoubtedly, performing at the highest level takes a toll on one’s body and mind. After decades at the top level, White is now preparing to retire after the Winter Olympics. However, he is yet to qualify for the same.

The competition in Switzerland would be the pathway to the bed of roses. Referring to the same, White posted a story on Instagram, resonating with a penguin stuck in a do or die moment.

Shaun White is a legend

Safe to say, if White does not qualify for the Winter Olympics in Beijing, it would be an unexpected end to a wonderful era. Talking about his qualification, White recently posted a video of a penguin trying to jump over a sheet of ice that split from its mainland. With the rest of the penguins already making it through, the last one made it in the dying moments. Resonating with that penguin, White wrote, “Me deciding to go to Switzerland for the last contest.”

Indeed, a little symbolic representation of White’s route to the Olympics this year. Competing at this level at 35 is difficult, as most extreme sports athletes peak at a very young age, showcasing their talents in their respective sport. Hence, White looks to become a role model for most with his commitment and determination, even at this age.

The quality is there for people to see, as they hope he can put an accomplished performance in Laax, Switzerland.

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The snowboarding fraternity would miss him

The talented snowboarder talked about retiring from the sport after two decades filled with success. Loving what he did for a long time, White would hope to compete in his last Olympic Games and bow out in style.

“It’s hard to talk about because my whole life I’ve kind of been looked at as somewhat superhuman because I do these things [in the halfpipe]. … I’ve prided myself on being that individual, and, man, realizing and admitting to myself and everyone else, I’m human, it’s taken a toll,” said White.

With a fifth history appearance and a fourth gold medal at stake, one would certainly hope White makes it to Beijing. However, only time will tell what’s in store for Shaun White.

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