The star of the Korean delegation's first gold medal at the Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics, Choi Gaon (18, Sehwa Girls' High School), arrived via 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 a snow event for the Korean delegation.
After walking out of the arrivals hall, Choi Gaon poses holding her gold medal. Feb. 16, 2026
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