Rocco Jamieson Brings Home Silver at X Games Aspen 2026!

New Zealand prodigy electrifies the Big Air final with a career-best performance

Rising star Rocco Jamieson turned heads at X Games Aspen 2026 with a sensational silver-medal run in the Men’s Snowboard Big Air. Battling deep snow and fierce competition, Rocco delivered one of the event’s most memorable performances — and it’s only the beginning.

About Rocco Jamieson

Born in Wānaka, New Zealand, Rocco Jamieson has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in freestyle snowboarding. Originally rising through the FIS World Cup circuit with podium finishes in both Big Air and Slopestyle events, Rocco made his X Games debut in 2025 where he earned a bronze medal in Big Air.

At just 19, Rocco already combines creativity with technical precision — from his powerful 2160 maneuvers to progressive grabs and stylistic flair in big mountain airs. He is coached by his father, himself a former pro snowboarder, and continues to push boundaries in competitive snowboarding.