OSAKA, Apr 09 (News On Japan) –
The world-class motion sports activities occasion X Games, that includes competitions in skateboarding and BMX, can be held in Osaka for the primary time this June. Ahead of the event, taking part athletes gathered at a press convention on April eighth on the similar venue that may host the Kansai Expo.
Among essentially the most anticipated athletes is Osaka native Momiji Nishiya, who at age 13 gained gold in skateboarding on the Tokyo Olympics, turning into the youngest Olympic champion in Japanese historical past.
Skateboarder Nishiya stated: “I hope this competition helps me understand what I’m currently capable of.”
Another star drawing consideration is Wakayama-born Sakura Yosozumi, who additionally gained gold in skateboarding on the Tokyo Olympics.
“It made me really happy,” stated Yosozumi. “Since it’s close to home, I felt that desire again to go for another gold medal, to take on the challenge.”
The X Games can be held over three days from June twentieth to twenty second at Kyocera Dome Osaka.
Source: YOMIURI