X Games 12: Cole Dominates Men's Skateboard Street, Takes Gold

Chris Cole, after bursting on the skateboarding scene last year at X Games 11, returned to Los Angeles and dominated the Men’s Skateboard Street competition Friday at X Games 12. Ryan Sheckler skated away with the silver medal, and Andrew Reynolds took home the bronze. “I like being here and watching all the other guys skate,” said Cole. “I have a lot of things happening right now, but winning today feels awesome.” “The stairs were brutal, but so much fun. That was my favorite part of the course,” said Sheckler following his run. “And if I was going to follow anybody, I’m glad it was Chris -- he’s one of my favorite skaters.”

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