Mia Brookes' Medals Bid Falls Flat in Big Air Thriller at Winter Olympics 2026
Team GB's Mia Brookes, the 20-year-old British snowboarder who had been touted as a medal favourite for the women's big air event, left it all on the line with a costly landing on her final jump. The outcome was a crushing disappointment for Brookes and the Great Britain team, as she took fourth place behind an American trio, with her nearest competitor failing to reach the podium.
In a highly anticipated showdown that saw riders from around the world take risks and push their limits, Brookes' daring run ultimately fell short of expectations. The crowd held its collective breath as she launched into a breathtaking final trick, but it was not enough to secure the top spot on the podium. Her score would have been enough to claim bronze, but ultimately came up just shy.
With this result, Brookes finishes an agonizing fourth, leaving Team GB with no medal in the women's snowboard big air event at the Winter Olympics 2026. The team had high hopes for the young Brookes, who won a silver medal at the same event four years ago. This disappointing performance will undoubtedly leave fans and competitors alike reflecting on what could have been.
The big air event is known for its dramatic twists and turns, with riders frequently going for huge tricks that can either earn them massive rewards or costly penalties if they go wrong. For Brookes, the stakes were high as she looked to make it a second consecutive Olympic medal. Her determination and skill had fans on the edge of their seats throughout her run, but ultimately, it was not enough to secure top honours.
The Winter Olympics 2026 will continue with more thrilling events in the days to come, but for now, Brookes' brave attempt at greatness will leave a lasting memory for those who witnessed it.
Team GB's Mia Brookes, the 20-year-old British snowboarder who had been touted as a medal favourite for the women's big air event, left it all on the line with a costly landing on her final jump. The outcome was a crushing disappointment for Brookes and the Great Britain team, as she took fourth place behind an American trio, with her nearest competitor failing to reach the podium.
In a highly anticipated showdown that saw riders from around the world take risks and push their limits, Brookes' daring run ultimately fell short of expectations. The crowd held its collective breath as she launched into a breathtaking final trick, but it was not enough to secure the top spot on the podium. Her score would have been enough to claim bronze, but ultimately came up just shy.
With this result, Brookes finishes an agonizing fourth, leaving Team GB with no medal in the women's snowboard big air event at the Winter Olympics 2026. The team had high hopes for the young Brookes, who won a silver medal at the same event four years ago. This disappointing performance will undoubtedly leave fans and competitors alike reflecting on what could have been.
The big air event is known for its dramatic twists and turns, with riders frequently going for huge tricks that can either earn them massive rewards or costly penalties if they go wrong. For Brookes, the stakes were high as she looked to make it a second consecutive Olympic medal. Her determination and skill had fans on the edge of their seats throughout her run, but ultimately, it was not enough to secure top honours.
The Winter Olympics 2026 will continue with more thrilling events in the days to come, but for now, Brookes' brave attempt at greatness will leave a lasting memory for those who witnessed it.
. I mean, she totally killed her final trick and still managed to get bronze... which is still pretty darn amazing, I guess 
. I don't think Team GB was really counting on her to win, though - they had those American girls looking fierce all competition long 
. And honestly, a fourth-place finish isn't the end of the world... it's just another snowboarding adventure under her belt 
. Bring on the next event!
. One minute she's soaring through the air like a pro, the next she's face-planting into the snow 
. It's just not fair to leave us hanging like that.
. I was totally on the edge of my seat cheering her on, but then she goes and does this one last trick and it's all for nothing... It's like, what did we even just watch? 
It's just so frustrating when you know someone has it in them to do something amazing, but they still end up falling short.
. Like, she went all out and risked everything on her last trick, and it just didn't pay off? But at the same time, I feel bad for her because she's been hyped up so much as a favorite, and now she's left with... nothing 
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. And what about Team GB not getting any medals from them? That's gotta be tough for everyone involved... Ugh, I'm all over the place with this one 
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what's goin on w/ Mia Brookes?? she had me so hyped 4 that gold medal and then...and then it just wasn't meant 2 b 
Team GB's got some serious disappointment goin on rn 
I know she's only 20, but still... that's a tough pill to swallow for her and Team GB. 
- I'm still trying to process how close Mia Brookes came to taking that bronze medal! Her final trick was insane, and you could feel the tension in the air as she landed it (or tried to land it lol). It's just one of those moments where you're on the edge of your seat, cheering her on, only for it to slip away. I'm sure Mia is gutted, but what an amazing run! 
but that final jump was just too much 
i mean, she went all out and gave it her all 
but sometimes u just gotta take the L 
and btw, that American trio is looking fierce 
