The World Snow Sculpture Championship took place from January 14 to 17 as part of the World Snow Day 2026! This was reported by MiddleAsianNews.
The sculpture created by Mongolian artists reflects the primal spirit and the evolution of bull riding — from the simple lifestyle of herders to one of the most thrilling and dangerous sports in the world.
The team "Falcon of Mongolia," led by captain Govisaihan Bayanmunkh, participated in the World Snow Sculpture Championship 2026, held in Stillwater, Minnesota, and took an honorable second place.
The first place was awarded to the team Fjordwitches from Canada with their work titled “Connection of Souls,” while the third place went to a team from Thailand with the composition “Life in a Frame.”
In addition to the Mongolian team, the championship also featured teams from Canada, Denmark, Ecuador, Malta, India, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Lithuania, New Zealand, Peru, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and the USA.
The sculpture created by the Mongolians conveys the spirit of primitive times and the evolution of bull riding — once a simple way of life for herders, it has now transformed into one of the most thrilling and dangerous spectacles. The roots of rodeo lie in the harsh life of cowboys, and today it has become a significant cultural event, marked by its intensity and traditions.
This artwork symbolizes the journey from the first encounters of cowboys with wild bulls to the modern rodeo arenas that attract millions of spectators. In countries such as the USA, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, rodeo has become not only a spectacle but also a symbol representing cultural heritage, where every detail conveys the adrenaline, danger, and bravery of riders striving for glory.
