His impressive 1m35 jump in the Inline Freestyle Free Jump category put him ahead of his rivals and earned him a gold medal.
A remarkable achievement:
- Gesny Pierre-Louis is currently ranked 8th in the world in freestyle skating. He started skating at a very young age despite the challenges of his underprivileged environment in Haiti. In 2017, he emigrated to Chile to pursue his dream and quickly became number 1 in that country.
- True to his roots, he chooses to represent Haiti on the international stage despite offers to adopt Chilean nationality.
Impact of victory:
This exceptional performance in Spain will enable him to improve his world ranking and strengthen his international recognition in the field of freestyle skating. His victory is a symbol of perseverance and excellence, inspiring young Haitian athletes to believe in their dreams.