Arrr, Shaun White be yearnin' to hit the slopes again, the call of the snow be ever present in his heart!
2024-05-17
Arrr, the legendary Olympian Shaun White be tellin' Fox News Digital that the urge to return to the games be like a relentless itch, but he be findin' joy in creatin' a brand outside the snowy slopes. Aye, the man be seekin' treasure in new ventures!
Shaun White, the legendary snowboarder, recently announced his retirement from competitive snowboarding after finishing fourth in the halfpipe event at the 2022 Winter Olympics. At only in his mid-30s, White decided to step away from the sport he dominated for so long, with three Olympic gold medals and 10 X Games gold medals under his belt.Despite the allure of a potential comeback, White acknowledged that the itch to return to snowboarding is always there. He sought advice from other famous athletes like Michael Strahan, Michael Phelps, and even Tom Brady, who all struggled with the decision to retire.While focusing on his career outside of competition, White continues to practice tricks and remains involved in the sport through his brand, White Space. He expressed his excitement about being in Italy in 2026 to support his friends, even if he won't be competing against other nations.Although he may not be hitting the slopes as a competitor, White's passion for snowboarding remains strong. He looks forward to cheering on his friends and staying connected to the sport he loves.