[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 36 (Wednesday, February 28, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E185-E186]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING ALEX FERREIRA'S X GAMES SUPERPIPE VICTORY

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                          HON. LAUREN BOEBERT

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 28, 2024

  Ms. BOEBERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize and honor Alex 
Ferreira, an exceptional athlete hailing from Aspen, Colorado, who has 
once again earned a gold medal in the men's Ski SuperPipe at the Winter 
X Games. This is the third time Alex has won the X Games for the United 
States. He is an inspiration to us all, and he has shown the world what 
it means to be an American and a Coloradan.
  The X Games invite athletes from across the world to compete in 
extreme sports, including skateboarding, BMX, motocross, snowboarding, 
and skiing. The SuperPipe event stands out among the events as a 
monumental challenge, allowing athletes to utilize towering walls to 
showcase breathtaking aerial tricks. The Winter X Games take athletes 
to the heart of Aspen to show off their skills to the world. Alex did 
not have to go far to remind us all, once again, that he had what it 
takes to win the X Games for a third time.
  Alex's journey reminds us of what we can accomplish when we embrace 
difficulties and continue to push on. Time and time again, Alex kept 
going after setbacks that would have caused many people to give up. 
Last year's competition left him with two hard falls, a disappointing 
finish, and critics calling for his retirement. But Alex never gave up. 
At this year's X Games, he won not only for himself but for every young 
athlete across America who looks up to him.
  Mr. Speaker, Alex Ferreira is a true inspiration to athletes across 
our nation, and I am incredibly proud to honor him today. I urge my 
colleagues to join me in congratulating Alex for his spectacular win at 
the X Games and for redefining what it means to be a Coloradan. Alex is 
the best that Colorado's Third Congressional District has to offer, and 
his story pushes us all to strive for greatness.

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