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Who is Seth Wescott? Seth Wescott is an American snowboarder.

Who did Seth Wescott beat to win the gold medal in the mens snowboard cross final? He beat Mike Robertson.

What did Seth Wescott do before the event that showed his confidence that he would win? He packed the flag that he wrapped himself in four years ago in Turin, Italy.

Where was this event raced? Cypress Mountain

Where did he previously win a gold medal? Turin, Italy

Why did some wonder if he could defend his gold medal? They wondered because he recently had a major injury.

Why do you think he triumphed? He triumphed because he was a hard worker and he believed in himself.