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The biggest life-changer for snowboard champion Ayumu Hirano since he won an Olympic gold medal: He became a father. That, as much as triple corks or big airs, has been his focus over the last few months. It doesn't figure to change much, even as he ramps up his run for a repeat at the Olympics next year. "My private life, outside of snowboarding, is to enjoy spending time with my child," the Japanese rider told reporters as he prepared for the debut of The Snow League, a new pro halfpipe circuit being fronted by Shaun White. "That, and practicing." ▲ Ayumu Hirano of Japan competes in the men's snowboard halfpipe competition on day two of The Snow League at Buttermilk Ski Resort in Aspen, Colorado, on March 8. AFP Three years ago, Hirano redefined what's possible by landing a once-unthinkable triple cork — that's three head-over-heels flips — as part of a winning run at the Beijing Olympics. Last Saturday in Aspen, he was reminded that it will take more
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