With an incredible final trick — a nollie 270 noseblunt slide — Nike athlete Yuto Horigome leapt from seventh to first place, securing his second Olympic gold medal in Paris yesterday. The 25-year-old Japanese skateboarder, who previously won the inaugural men’s street event in Tokyo 2021, continues to make history in his sport.
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Since 2016, Yuto has been a Nike athlete. Reflecting on his journey, he said, “In skateboarding, there is no right or wrong; but I can’t help but search for what the right thing to do is. I don’t think there is an answer. But when I have faith in myself, I think I’ll be able to achieve my dreams. Having trust in yourself is the most important thing — having the confidence to believe in yourself.”
In 2023, Yuto partnered with Nike to launch his first signature Dunk colorway. The Nike SB Dunk Low Pro Yuto Horigome celebrates his roots with a symbolic colorway chosen by Yuto himself. Yuto Horigome dunks pay homage to Ōjima Komatsugawa Park in Tokyo, where Yuto began his skateboarding journey. The design features premium suede and leather with hues reminiscent of Yuto’s childhood. Embroidered feathers by Japanese artist Verdy adorn the heel and tongue, while cherry blossom patterns on the insoles highlight the connection to his hometown. The shoe also comes in a custom box with three lace options.
Horigome’s gold medal win at the Paris 2024 men’s skateboard street final cements his place in the history books as the only skateboarder to win two Olympic gold medals. His victory in Paris was a dramatic comeback. The Olympic qualifying cycle for skateboarding began in June 2022, with world rankings based on performances at World Skate events, including World Championships and World Skateboarding Tour events. New for Paris 2024, two Olympic Qualifier Series (OQS) events were held in Shanghai and Budapest in May and June 2024.
During the men’s street competition in Paris, Yuto finished fourth in the preliminaries and moved into first place after his first run in the finals. His fifth and final trick secured the gold medal. American skaters Jagger Eaton and Nyjah Huston took silver and bronze, respectively.
As Yuto Horigome continues to shine on the global stage, fans and sneaker enthusiasts eagerly await news of potential new Yuto Horigome skate shoes celebrating his achievements. His partnership with Nike and his ongoing success suggest exciting developments ahead.
