Chloe Kim's "Loser's Dignity" is touching, and Choi Gaon's "Praise" for breaking himself... Choi Ga-doo's response. "You're my forever..."" [Milan Olympics]

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Chloe Kim (26, USA), the "Snowboard Halfpipe Empress," delivered a touching congratulatory message to Choi Ga-on (18, Sehwa Girls' High School), who finally jumped after making herself an idol.

Chloe Kim said in English on her personal social networking service (SNS) on the 14th (Korea time), "It was a great honor to participate as a member of the snowboard halfpipe event. The night before (13th) was really fun. I hope you all enjoyed watching the women's halfpipe snowboard."

Chloe Kim continued, "Until a month ago, I wasn't sure if I could join this (Olympic stage) competition. Mentally, it was in the darkest space. "I was really afraid of returning," he said after looking back, "It was the most rewarding experience I've ever had to complete the race on the first final stage of the season."

At the same time, Chloe Kim competed together and congratulated the other two players who became medalists.

First, Chloe Kim said to Japan's Mitsuki Ono (22), the bronze medalist of the women's snowboard halfpipe, "I'm in awe of you and your style. I have respected you since the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics," he said, giving high praise.

Chloe Kim then said to Choi Ga-on, "I want to congratulate you sincerely. Your strength and mentality were more than touching. I look forward to seeing you continue to shine as always," he praised.

Choi Ga-on and Ono also visited Chloe Kim's post and left a reply.

Choi Gaon said, "You are my role model forever. I respect. Thank you," he wrote in Korean and then added a crown emoji. Ohno also said in English, "I love you." Chloe. You are my idol forever," she said.

In addition, several sports stars, including "Ski Empress" Lindsey Vonn (USA) and Michaela Shiffrin (USA), who is considered Bonn's successor, visited Chloe Kim's SNS and wrote messages of support.

It was also a scene where the friendship between Korea, the U.S., and Japan shines. Choi Ga-on won the gold medal with 90.25 points, Chloe Kim won the silver medal with 88.00 points, and Ono won the bronze medal with 85.00 points in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the 2026 Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics held at Lvigno Snowpark in Italy on the 13th.

Chloe Kim tried to win her third consecutive title following the 2018 Pyeongchang Games and the 2022 Beijing Games, but lost to Choi Ga-on and won the silver medal.

Choi Ga-do said on his SNS on the 14th, "The moment my dream became a reality. Olympic gold medal," and a photo were posted. In the picture, Choi Ga-on, Chloe Kim, and Ono were taking selfies together. Ono took the picture himself at the front, followed by Choi Ga-on and Chloe Kim.

Chloe Kim went to Choi Gaon's SNS and said, "We look so cute, don't we? Congratulations. Best, best."

Chloe Kim said of Choi Ga-on at a press conference right after the game, "I've known him well since I was young," adding, "When I see him, I think I know how he did when he started his career. I want to play that role to Choi Ga-on just like my mentors did," he said.

Choi Ga-on said, "Honestly, I wanted to win, but I was supporting (Chloe Kim) inside without realizing it. My sister is like an idol to me. We both hoped to do well," he said.

Foreign media also praised their friendship. The Guardian, a British media outlet, said, "Chloe Kim has set the standard, and Choi Gaon has created a decisive moment. Choi Ga-on's gold medal signaled a generational change in this event," he said.

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