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One of the only non-Americans to make this influential list, the Brazilian-born skater has dominated vert skating over the last decade, as well as making a significant impact off it.
He won TransWorld’s Best Vert awards for three years in a row and dominated the X Games for years. While his gold medal run in 2001 stands as benchmark for the sport, his longevity and success is unparalleled.