Injured Snowboarder's Text Inspires Olympic Gold Win
Cameron Bolton texted teammate Josie Baff hours before her Olympic snowboard cross final, telling her she could win. She did, bringing joy to a team reeling from Bolton's broken neck.
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Cameron Bolton texted teammate Josie Baff hours before her Olympic snowboard cross final, telling her she could win. She did, bringing joy to a team reeling from Bolton's broken neck.

Australian snowboarder Josie Baff claimed gold in women's snowboard cross at the 2026 Winter Olympics, while China celebrated qualifying for the event on merit for the first time. Two young athletes showed that persistence and skill can turn underdogs into champions.

Josie Baff became Australia's first woman to win Olympic gold in snowboard cross, doubling the country's gold medal count at Milano Cortina 2026. The 23-year-old's victory came just one day after fellow Australian Cooper Woods won gold in moguls.

Australian snowboarder Josie Baff claimed her first Olympic gold medal in women's snowboard cross at Milan-Cortina 2026, while China celebrated qualifying athletes on merit for the first time. The thrilling race showcased comeback victories and historic milestones for multiple nations.
Australian snowboarder Josie Baff charged from 17th place after seeding to win gold in the women's snowboard cross at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The 27-year-old from Jindabyne claimed Australia's second gold medal of the Games with a breathtaking series of knockout performances.
Fighting through flu and a tough seeding run, 23-year-old Australian snowboarder Josie Baff delivered a stunning performance to claim gold in women's snowboard cross at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Her victory by just 0.04 seconds marks Australia's second gold medal of the Games.