Julien Merken

Julien Merken is a 20-year-old freestyle snowboarder from Callas, France, who began his snowboarding journey at the age of eight. With aspirations to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, he has faced significant challenges, including injuries that sidelined him for two seasons. Despite these setbacks, Julien has shown resilience, returning to competition and winning the European Cup in slopestyle. He is passionate about sharing his love for snowboarding, aspiring to create a school for underprivileged children. Currently, he is seeking sponsorship and support to fund his Olympic dreams while navigating the challenges of the competitive snowboarding landscape.