"I started skiing here. I did my first competition on the same course where I'll do my last. I like round numbers, and I love stats. I was going to retire once I got to at least 100 - it was clear in my mind, I wanted to reach 100."
"Kingsbury quickly established himself as a prodigy in moguls skiing, a discipline that demands explosive speed, technical precision, and aerial control. By his early 20s, he had already become the face of the sport, known for his aggressive skiing style and near-flawless execution."
"During his career, Kingsbury rose through the ranks to become the most successful mogul skier in the history of the sport with 100 World Cup victories, two Olympic gold medals, three Olympic silver medals, nine World Championship titles, and a staggering 29 Crystal Globes."
Mikaël Kingsbury, a legendary figure in mogul skiing, has announced his retirement after a remarkable career spanning over a decade. He will retire following the Canadian nationals in Deux-Montagnes, Quebec, where he began his journey. Kingsbury is celebrated for his explosive speed and technical precision, achieving 100 World Cup victories, two Olympic gold medals, and nine World Championship titles. He aimed for a milestone of 100 victories before retiring, emphasizing his love for statistics and round numbers.
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