Prior to becoming a phenomenon in pop culture, skateboarding was viewed as a rebellious hobby for those who were anti-establishment. With pioneers like The Z-Boys, Tony Hawk, Rob Dyrek, and Shaun White having laid down the foundation for endorsement deals and globalization, fresh faces like Nyjah Hutson and Gui Khury have ushered in a new era at the Olympics and X-Games. However, amid the evergrowing list of big names in the sport, an unlikely hero has emerged against all odds. Much like Kevin Ku (a disabled skating icon from Korea) before him, Daniel Amorinha has carved a niche for himself in the sport. Video footage of the Brazilian skater with no arms or legs ollying off stairs and dropping in on a bowl has earned him fanfare from millions of supporters all over the world, including Tony Hawk.
On Tuesday, Daniel Amorinha went viral again. His resiliency, perseverance, and outgoing personality are on full display. Scroll up to watch the clip.
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