One fourth and one eighth, this is the final result of Cai Xuetong and Liu Jiayu’s snowboard U-shaped field skills competition at the Beijing Winter Olympics. Although they missed the medals, the two veterans of the four Winter Olympic Games have always persisted in the process of pursuing their dreams, which deserves applause and applause.
As China’s first generation snowboard U-shaped field athletes, Cai Xuetong and Liu Jiayu have always been the banner figures of my country’s snowboarding. From the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics to the present, the two have fought side by side for four Winter Olympics. meeting.
Liu Jiayu, born in September 1992, is a “pioneer” in the U-shaped field of snowboarding in my country. She won the silver medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, creating the best Winter Olympics result for China in this event. In Beijing 4 years later, Liu Jiayu’s state has declined, but she still overcomes all difficulties to stand on the field. Cai Xuetong, who was born in September 1993, won the World Cup 7 times and was also a two-time World Championship champion. After her regretful failure in Pyeongchang, she decided to quit, but she overcame many difficulties and also entered the Winter Olympics for the fourth time. .
The two female generals have the courage to fight and the perseverance to never give up. The four-time Winter Olympics Cai Xuetong made one step at a time, creating the highest personal Winter Olympic ranking in the Beijing Winter Olympics. “I’ve always been pushing my limits.”
When the Beijing Winter Olympics failed in the first two rounds of the final, Liu Jiayu finally stood up for the last time and finished the game smoothly. “No matter what the result is, I ended up standing and sliding down. I want to tell everyone: No matter what position you are in, as long as you persevere and believe in yourself, you will definitely succeed.” Liu Jiayu said.
I have regrets for missing the medal, but Cai Xuetong wiped away her tears and said proudly: “In the past 4 years, I have mastered the training every day.” Liu Jiayu said proudly: “It’s not sad, it’s fake, but I admire myself. “
Whether in good times or bad, the two veterans have never changed their love for the sport of snowboarding. “I really love skiing” and “I will grow old with snowboarding”, in the interview after the game, Cai Xuetong and Liu Jiayu both revealed their true feelings.
Since the snowboard U-shaped field skills program entered my country in 2003, Cai Xuetong and Liu Jiayu have been promoting the development of snowboarding with their own actions. “They still maintain a high level of competition, and they can even try new moves.” Chloe King, a famous American player who successfully defended his title, praised China’s veneer double-shut after the game.
In Milan 4 years later, will Chinese veneer Shuangshu still appear? Liu Jiayu said: “Whether it is participating in the four Olympic Games or preparing for the next Winter Olympics, the reason why I persevere is because I believe that I can make better breakthroughs.” Cai Xuetong said: “If I still have potential, I can tap into it. , I will continue.” (Translated from “China Sports News” page 05 on February 11)