Zoe finished in an excellent 2nd place at the FIS World Cup Snowboardcross competition in Japan.

World Cup success
Following her 4th place result at last weekends World Cup event in Korea, Zoe firmly had her sights set on a podium finish in her next World Cup competition. Today in Japan, Zoe made that happen when she successfully knocked out a multiple of World Class riders to take silver, moving her into 4th place in the World Cup Rankings.

Beating the top names
Charging her way through to the finals despite the changing snow conditions, Zoe demonstrated her strength and ability, as she headed into the final heat against Lindsey Jacobellis (USA), Maelle Ricker (CAN) and Mellie Francon (SUI).  From the start of the final, Zoe had a disadvantage due to her allocated lane but stayed strong and showed her experience by passing Mellie Francon in the first burm. Zoe subsequently passed Lindsey Jacobellis securing a well fought out and deserved 2nd place. Zoe who was all smiles after the race commented, "Woohoo" I’m stoked, its amazing to be back on the podium, and I’m really pleased I was able to pass two girls and catch up a little bit to Maelle, id really like to take gold next time”

Results
1st – Maelle Ricker (CAN)
2nd – Zoe Gillings, (GBR)
3rd – Mellie Francon (SUI)
4th – Lindsey Jacobellis (USA)