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Figure skater Alysa Liu brought home two gold medals from the 2026 Winter Olympics, becoming the first American woman to win Olympic gold in the sport since 2002. Thousands gathered at Oakland City Hall to celebrate their hometown hero who put The Town on the world stage.
Norway dominated the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with 41 medals, led by cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo who made history winning six golds at a single Games. Athletes from 29 countries stood on podiums, proving winter sports excellence spans the globe.
Great Britain just made history at the Winter Olympics, winning three gold medals for the first time ever. The team returned home after their best Games performance, finishing with five total medals in Milan-Cortina.
American skier Breezy Johnson claimed the first gold medal for Team USA at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, winning the women's downhill event. The U.S. figure skating team also captured gold in a thrilling competition that went down to the final performance.
After a 14-month suspension and years of injury setbacks, American skier Breezy Johnson claimed Olympic gold in the women's downhill at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. The 30-year-old from Jackson Hole delivered when it mattered most, winning Team USA's first medal of these Olympics.
Speed skater Jordan Stolz captured two gold medals and one silver at the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics, proving himself as the world's fastest young skater. The 22-year-old Wisconsin native just shared behind-the-scenes stories from his Olympic journey, including Dutch competitors trying to intimidate him and the unexpected humility of his rivals.
The 2026 Winter Olympics medals feature a stunning split-texture design celebrating the first Games ever hosted by two cities. Each medal tells a story of unity, teamwork, and Italy's creative spirit.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics just wrapped up with record-breaking viewership, the most gender-balanced Games in history, and athletes from 92 nations competing across Italy's stunning venues. Two countries won their first-ever Winter Olympic medals, including Brazil's historic gold.
Martin Ponsiluoma delivered Sweden's first biathlon medal at Milano Cortina 2026, nailing 19 of 20 shots to claim gold in the men's 12.5km pursuit. His clutch final-round shooting secured Sweden's first Olympic title in the event since 2010.
The United States men's hockey team defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime at the 2026 Winter Games, claiming their first Olympic gold medal since 1980. Jack Hughes scored the winning goal just 1:41 into sudden-death overtime in Milan Cortina.
France celebrated a breakthrough moment as Emily Harrop and Thibault Anselmet won the first-ever Olympic gold medal in ski mountaineering's mixed relay event. The Winter Olympics added the high-altitude endurance sport to its program for the first time in 2026, giving athletes a fresh stage to showcase years of dedication.
Johannes Høsflot Klæbo just became the most decorated Winter Olympic gold medalist in history. The 29-year-old Norwegian cross-country skier claimed his ninth gold medal at Milano Cortina 2026, breaking a record that stood for generations.
Since 1994, Kazakhstan has claimed eight Winter Olympic medals across five different sports, with each medal marking a historic first for the country. As the 2026 Milan Games approach, these trailblazers have built a legacy that continues to inspire the next generation of athletes.
British skeleton racer Matt Weston claimed gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, bringing home Team GB's first medal of the Games. The victory marks a triumphant moment for British winter sports on day seven of competition.
Germany's luge team completed a perfect Olympic relay record, winning their fourth consecutive gold medal since the event began. Two teammates now hold an incredible seven Olympic gold medals each.
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.
Matt Weston just became the first British athlete ever to win two gold medals at a single Winter Olympics. He and teammate Tabby Stoecker made history together in the mixed team skeleton event.
Figure skating pair Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea returned to Colorado Springs with Olympic gold medals after helping Team USA win the 2026 Winter Olympics team event. The duo, who formed their partnership in Colorado Springs, say they haven't stopped smiling since their first Olympic triumph.
British skeleton racer Matt Weston just claimed Team GB's first gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, sending the athlete into pure elation. The historic win marks a breakthrough moment for British winter sports.
British skeleton athlete Matt Weston captured gold at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, earning Team GB's first medal of the 2026 games. His victory marks the culmination of years of sacrifice and dedication to his sport.
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