Nick Goepper risked it all for a chance at Olympic history and finished fourth
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Nick Goepper, a three-time Olympic medalist in freeski halfpipe, made a dramatic attempt at a historic fourth consecutive Olympic medal at age 31 but crashed on his final run, finishing fourth at the Livigno Snow Park event.
- Goepper executed a highly difficult trick, the switch double misty 1260, for the first time in competition, demonstrating his willingness to take significant risks for gold despite the crash.
- His journey to this point included overcoming personal struggles such as depression, a panic attack, and a year-long break from skiing after losing his passion for the sport.
- Supported by his family and fiancée, Goepper expressed no regrets about his performance and is already considering competing in a
