WATCH: Shaun White Drifts Into Beijing Olympic Trials as Oldest Competitor

The legacy of Shaun White is right up there with the best. Moreover, the three-time Olympic gold medalist is showcasing his talents in the half-pipe snowboarding competition. Being 35, his love for extreme sports is as high as it can be. As a result, White is en route to take part in his fifth Olympic Games.

With the qualification rounds having started, the onus is on him to win his fourth Olympic gold medal. With his eyes set on the grand prize, White posted an Instagram video on his profile, practicing on his holy grail.

Shaun White shows off his moves

White posted a video practicing his famous tricks in the half-pipe. After taking a hiatus from the sport for three years, he is back, motivated to become better. Hence, fans are expecting him to qualify for the Winter Olympics in Beijing 2022.

The talented snowboarder is in the news for his lovely relationship with Nina Dobrev. Although his influence on pop culture is right up there, his snowboarding skills are what he is known for.

He comes with a positive mindset to steal the show and win another medal. The snowboarding legend competed in Turin, Vancouver, Sochi, and Pyeongchang; as adding Beijing to the list would be another feather on his cap. Continuing to learn tricks and setting goals is evident from his personality, as he is one of the most creative snowboarders in the sport’s history.

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White speaks about the Olympics

Competing in the Olympics is an athlete’s dream. Be it Summer or Winter Olympics, White’s persistence in becoming the best is laudable. He proves himself time and time again, silencing critics as he prepares for his next Olympic Games. In a recent interview, he spoke about the prospects of competing, for probably the last time.

“Every Olympics presents a new challenge and it’s fun and it’s fulfilling. It’s so fulfilling to learn a new trick and have a goal. There’s ups and downs. It’s living. It’s great and usually there’s something amazing at the end, win or lose. I’m excited about the journey of it all,” said White.

PYEONGCHANG-GUN, SOUTH KOREA – FEBRUARY 14: Shaun White of the United States celebrates after his third run during the Snowboard Men’s Halfpipe Final on day five of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics at Phoenix Snow Park on February 14, 2018 in Pyeongchang-gun, South Korea. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

The sensational White is once again the favorite to represent team USA. Whether he can win again is something to look forward to. Do you think he will qualify?

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