The first gold medalist of Korea's team at the Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics, Choi Gaon (18, Sehwa Girls' High School), arrived through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 16th.

On the 13th at the Milan Ice Skating Arena, Choi Gaon completed a dramatic come-from-behind performance in the women's snowboard halfpipe final to become the first Olympic gold medalist in an Alpine event for the Korean team.

Choi Gaon walks out of the arrivals hall and waves. Feb. 16, 2026

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