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Monster Energy Athletes Shine Bright at FIS Snowboard Slopestyle World Cup

On March 14, 2025, the adrenaline was palpable at the FIS Snowboard Slopestyle World Cup held in the picturesque Flachau, Austria. This event marked the grand finale of the 2024/25 FIS World Cup Snowboard season, showcasing the incredible talent of snowboarders from around the world as they competed for coveted titles and the prestigious Crystal Globe trophies. Monster Energy proudly celebrated multiple victories achieved by its talented athletes during this thrilling competition.

At the forefront of the success was the extraordinary Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, a 24-year-old snowboarder hailing from Wānaka, New Zealand. In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Sadowski-Synnott captured the top position in Women's Snowboard Slopestyle, solidifying her status as the world champion in that discipline. Adding to the excitement, she also clinched the Crystal Globe trophy for her outstanding performance throughout the season, securing 312 points in the rankings after a series of impressive finishes, including two wins and one second-place finish.

Commenting on her historic victory, Sadowski-Synnott expressed her joy, stating, "It feels pretty good to hold one of these. To qualify in first and then to manage to get this result and walk away with the Globe feels pretty unreal because I’ve never had one of these before." Her sentiments resonate with many aspiring athletes, exemplifying the dream come true when hard work meets opportunity.

Joining her on the podium was fellow Monster Energy athlete Annika Morgan, a 23-year-old competitor from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, who claimed the second place with a score of 85.25 points in her run. Their performances showcased the fierce competition among the world’s best athletes and highlighted the increasing prominence of women in snowboarding.

The achievements didn’t stop there. The scintillating 18-year-old Mia Brookes from Sandbach, United Kingdom, took the overall championship title in Women's Snowboard Park Pipe rankings, adding another trophy to the Monster Energy collection. Brookes' impressive season comprised of seven podium finishes in her eight starts at various World Cup events, resulting in a remarkable 500 points.

Meanwhile, in the men's category, Japan's Taiga Hasegawa, a 19-year-old sensation from Iwakura, took home the Crystal Globe in overall Snowboard Park Pipe rankings. Hasegawa had previously built an unassailable lead and secured the title after an impressive performance throughout the season, also becoming the 2024/25 FIS World Champion in Men's Snowboard Big Air.

The event itself was challenging, as the Women's Snowboard Big Slopestyle final faced cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, including snowfall and poor visibility at the mountain. As a result, the winners were determined based on the previous day's qualifiers. However, this unexpected turn didn't diminish the excitement of the podium finishes and the celebration of champions.

As the dust settled on an intense competition, excitement builds for the upcoming events, including the St-Moritz-Engadin 2025 FIS Snowboard, Freestyle, and Freeski World Championships taking place in Switzerland from March 17-30. It’s a great time to be a fan of snow sports, and an opportunity for athletes to chase more glory.

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Monster Energy remains a symbol of perseverance and a brand that deeply invests in the core values represented by their athletes and the sports community they support. This latest round of victories at the FIS Snowboard Slopestyle World Cup epitomizes the passion and dedication of everyone involved, marking yet another chapter in the thrilling saga of snow sports.