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Three American athletes just made Olympic history by defending their country's title in freestyle skiing mixed team aerials. The victory marks Team USA's second consecutive gold medal in the event since it debuted at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
American athletes just made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics, earning their 11th gold medal to break the nation's all-time Winter Games record. Three freestyle skiers clinched the milestone victory in the mixed team aerials event as snow fell in Italy.
American athletes are bringing the heat on day 15 of the 2026 Winter Olympics with two major medal opportunities. The U.S. women's curling team faces Canada for bronze while freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu competes in the halfpipe final.
American speedskater Jordan Stolz claimed his third medal at the Milan Olympics, adding silver in the 1500m to his two golds. The 21-year-old phenom has one more chance Saturday to make history as the first American since 1980 to win three golds at a single Winter Games.
After watching figure skater Ilia Malinin struggle at the Winter Olympics, gymnastics legend Simone Biles immediately reached out with support drawn from her own experience. The two American athletes connected over the invisible weight of competing under immense pressure.
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Ski mountaineering, a sport born from survival thousands of years ago, will explode onto the Olympic stage for the first time next month. Two American athletes are bringing this grueling uphill-downhill race to the world's biggest winter stage.
From Madison's frozen lakes to West Allis rinks, Wisconsin has turned winter into a training ground for Olympic greatness. Six homegrown athletes have combined for 11 gold medals and multiple world records across five decades.
The U.S. women's hockey team crushed Italy 6-0 and now faces Sweden in the semifinals, bringing the nation one step closer to Olympic gold. With multiple American athletes competing for medals across curling, bobsled, and figure skating, Team USA is having a stellar week in Milan Cortina.
American athletes brought home medals and heartwarming moments on Day 6 of the Winter Olympics. From snowboarding silver to hockey dominance, Team USA is tied for second place with 14 medals.
A Wisconsin kid who learned to skate on his backyard lake while wearing a lifejacket just broke an Olympic record at 21. Jordan Stolz's superhuman final lap in the 1000m speedskating event made him the first American man to win this race in 16 years.
American athletes are delivering breakthrough performances at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with figure skater Ilia Malinin landing a historic backflip and Madison Chock and Evan Bates dominating the ice. Meanwhile, alpine skier Bryce Bennett reminded the world what it really means to be an Olympian.
American athletes lit up the first day of Winter Olympics competition with victories, personal bests, and inspiring performances across six sports. From figure skating gold to hockey dominance, Team USA brought home multiple medals and set the tone for two weeks of excellence.
From the first Mexican-born NFL Hall of Famer to the only person to win Super Bowls as a player, assistant coach, and head coach, Mexican and Mexican American athletes have shaped football's biggest moments for over 75 years. Their contributions include undefeated seasons, championship kicks, and inspiring millions across borders.
Nigerian-American racer Ugo Ugochukwu just claimed his first major championship at 18, proving that setbacks can't stop momentum. The young driver dominated the Formula Regional Oceania Trophy with remarkable consistency, setting up an exciting next chapter in his racing career.
Seven incredible American athletes are heading to the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with their eyes on gold. From a comeback kid figure skater to a hockey legend in her final Games, these stories will make you believe in the power of dedication.
Seven American athletes are making Olympic history by qualifying for their fifth Winter Games, led by alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn who's back after knee replacement surgery. The record-breaking 232-member U.S. team heading to Italy next month proves age is just a number when it comes to chasing dreams.
Seven American athletes, including alpine ski legend Lindsey Vonn at age 41, are heading to their fifth Winter Olympics next month. The record 232-member Team USA squad proves that age is just a number when it comes to Olympic dreams.
Seven American athletes are heading to their fifth Olympic Games at Milan Cortina 2026, including ski legend Lindsey Vonn and hockey star Hilary Knight. The 232-athlete U.S. roster showcases both veterans and newcomers, with 33 returning medalists ready to compete.
Two American runners just shattered a world record that stood for 17 years, proving the next generation of U.S. distance running has arrived. Both Hobbs Kessler and Grant Fisher finished faster than the previous mark at Saturday's indoor track meet in Boston.
American runners Hobbs Kessler and Josh Hoey shattered world records at Boston's New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, marking triumphant comebacks after missing last year's World Championships team. Both athletes turned disappointment into determination, making history in their first competitions of 2026.
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