Shaun White thanks ‘love of my life’ snowboarding after tearful Olympic finale

Shaun White was profoundly emotional after the ultimate snowboarding run of his adorned Olympic profession.

White, 35, completed fourth within the males’s halfpipe occasion through which he was the defending gold medalist.

“Yeah, sorry you’re gonna get me ugly crying right here,” White started. “I’m not upset concerning the consequence. Clearly would’ve cherished to place down that final run. I used to be having difficulties. … I used to be simply muscling to make it occur — and I made it occur for 2 rounds! The final run, I simply couldn’t maintain on.”

White, who has received three Olympic gold medals within the halfpipe occasion, was stuffed with gratitude for individuals who have supported him for the previous 20 years.

“Yeah, lots of feelings hitting me proper now. Simply the cheer of the group and a few form phrases from my fellow opponents on the backside. I’m so pleased. I simply wish to thank everyone for watching.”

Shaun White and J.J. Thomas.
Shaun White embraces coach JJ Thomas after remaining run.
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Shaun White
White introduced that he could be retiring from competitors following the Olympics.
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At this second, White broke down and needed to pause.

“Everybody at house — thanks,” he mentioned. “Snowboarding — thanks. It’s been the love of my life.”

NBC lower to his household in Los Angeles, as they loudly cheered for him. White couldn't maintain again the tears.

“I like you guys. I like you a lot. I wished extra in the present day, however I’ll take what I can get. I’m proud. This has been my life. Thanks. I can’t wait to see you all.

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