Zoi Sadowski-Synnott is a prominent New Zealand snowboarder renowned for her exceptional skills in slopestyle and big air competitions. Her professional journey took a remarkable turn at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, where she made history by winning a bronze medal in the women’s big air event. This achievement not only marked her as a trailblazer for New Zealand in winter sports but also showcased her groundbreaking ability to land a switch backside 900 in competition, a feat that set her apart in the sport.

Building on her Olympic success, Sadowski-Synnott continued to excel on the international stage. In 2019, she claimed the gold medal in slopestyle at the FIS Snowboard World Championships, further solidifying her status as a leading competitor. Her impressive performance at the Winter X Games in Aspen, where she won both gold in slopestyle and silver in big air, demonstrated her versatility and dominance in the sport.

The pinnacle of her career came during the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, where she achieved a historic milestone by winning New Zealand’s first gold medal in the Winter Olympics in slopestyle, followed by a silver in big air. This remarkable feat made her the first New Zealander to win multiple medals at a Winter Olympics, earning her widespread recognition and respect in the snowboarding community.

In addition to her Olympic triumphs, Sadowski-Synnott has consistently performed at the highest level in various competitions, including defending her gold medal at the Winter X Games in 2023. Her contributions to snow sports have been acknowledged with honors such as the Lonsdale Cup and her appointment as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, reflecting her significant impact on the sport and her role as an inspiration for aspiring athletes.