Summary
Chloe Kim, an American snowboarding star and two-time Olympic gold medalist, dislocated her shoulder during training in Switzerland, which may affect her ability to compete in the upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy. She is hoping for a quick recovery as she waits for an MRI to understand the injury better. Kim aims to become the first action-sports athlete to win three straight gold medals.
Key Facts
- Chloe Kim dislocated her shoulder while training in Laax, Switzerland.
- The injury could impact her participation in the Winter Olympics in Italy next month.
- She plans to get an MRI to find out how serious the injury is.
- Kim is optimistic about her recovery and hopes to compete.
- She aims to win her third straight Olympic gold medal, a first in action sports.
- The women's halfpipe Olympic qualifying round is on February 11.
- Kim has been a top competitor since winning Olympic gold in 2018 and 2022.
- She previously became the first woman to land a 1260-degree spin in competition.
