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Giaccio Wins, Wendler Second in Return to World Cup Competition

By Ryan Odeja - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 28 2026
Giaccio and Wendler celebrate on the podium in Japan
Olivia Giaccio and Landon Wendler celebrate on the podium in Japan. (Taro Tampo).

For the first time in six years, the FIS Freestyle World Cup circuit returned to Japan for the Nanto-Toyama World Cup and Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Olivia Giaccio was firing on all cylinders, landing on top of the podium for the first time this season. Landon Wendler made his return to the podium for the first time since 2024, finishing second overall. 

In the qualification round, four men and four women put on outstanding performances, landing them in the top 16 to advance to the finals. Tess Johnson took the top spot in qualification, leading the pack into finals. Joining her were Giaccio, recent Olympic silver medalist Jaelin Kauf and Kasey Hogg. Alli Macuga finished 24th. On the men’s side, Charlie Mickel led the way in qualification, taking the second-highest score after Ikuma Horishima of Japan. Asher Michel also had an impressive qualification run, qualifying third. Nick Page and Wendler also advanced. Cole McDonald took 17th, Dylan Walczyk 20th and Dylan Marcellini 24th. 

In the finals round of 16, the U.S. landed three women in the top six to advance to super finals. Giaccio advanced in fourth, Johnson in fifth and Hogg in sixth. Kauf finished the day 10th. Wendler started to turn on the heat, earning an impressive score of 77, finishing just behind Ikkei Fujimura of Japan. Mickel also snagged a spot in the top six, advancing to super finals. Michel finished ninth and Page finished 15th. 

Super finals brought a show from athletes across the board as they continued to battle tough conditions in Japan. Hogg was the first to drop for the women and put down a 68.32, finishing in sixth place. Johnson went next, earning 74.68 to take fourth overall. Giaccio was third to ski in the super final round and she perfectly mixed speed, precision and difficulty, earning 75.64. Hinako Tomitaka of Japan, Maia Schwinghammer of Canada and Perrine Laffont of France were all left to drop. One by one, the skiers raced down the spring-like course, and one by one, were unable to beat Giaccio. Tomitaka finished next on the podium in second, followed by Laffont in third. This is Giaccio’s fourth career win and 23rd podium. She now leads the overall season standings and is tied for first in the moguls standings. 

The men continued the excitement with Mickel skiing first and finishing in fifth place overall. Wendler dropped in fifth after his thrilling finals run and bested his previous score with a 78.21, cementing his place on the podium. Matt Graham of Australia took the honors and the podium was rounded out by Horishima. 

Tomorrow, the team skis their second dual moguls World Cup of the season in Japan. Tune in at 11:30 pm ET on Feb. 28 on skiandsnowboard.live. 

RESULTS
Women
Men

World Cup Resumes: Schumacher, Young Land in Top 15 in Falun Skate Sprint

By Leann Bentley - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 28 2026
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One week removed from the closing ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina 2026, the World Cup circuit roared back to life in Falun, Sweden, the future host of the 2027 World Championships. With a skate sprint and skiathlon on the program, the Olympic field quickly traded Olympic medals for World Cup race bibs, reacquainting themselves with familiarity.

Five Americans advanced through qualification in the skate sprint: Gus Schumacher, Kevin Bolger, Jack Young, Jessie Diggins and Sammy Smith. For Diggins, the day carried historic significance. The four-time Olympic medalist made her 357th World Cup start, the most in FIS World Cup history. Her first came in 2011 in Drammen, Norway, a race won by her then-teammate Kikkan Randall, marking the beginning of a career that continues to rewrite the history books.

Fresh off his Olympic silver medal in the team sprint, Schumacher carried his momentum through the qualifications to the quarterfinals with strong skiing. Diggins, Bolger, Smith and Young did not advance past the quarterfinal round. 

Schumacher lined up in the first semifinal heat, continuing a breakthrough season that now sees him ranked inside the top 10 overall on the World Cup standings. On the women’s side, Diggins maintains her grip on the overall World Cup lead, holding the yellow bib ahead of Sweden’s Moa Ilar as the season enters its final stretch.

At the top of the men’s podium once again was Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. The Norwegian superstar, who swept all six gold medals at the Milano Cortina Games to become the most decorated Winter Olympian of all time, returned to the World Cup circuit as if no time had passed, claiming victory in Falun and reinforcing his dominance in a season for the history books. Lars Heggen of Norway was second and Benjamin Moser from Austria was third. For the women, Olympic gold medalist from Sweden Linn Svahn was first, Norway's Kristine Stavaas Skistad was second and Switzerland's Nadine Faehndrich third. 

USA's Schumacher was 11th, Young 12th and Bolger 29th. For the women, Diggins was 17th, Smith 23rd.

RESULTS
Women
Men 

Cochran-Siegle Seventh; Arvidsson Impresses to 11th

By Sierra Ryder - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 28 2026
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Erik Arvidsson reacts to his season-best 11th place in Garmisch. (Getty Images)

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team men turned in strong performances in Saturday’s World Cup downhill in Garmisch, Germany.  Ryan Cochran‑Siegle led the way in seventh place and teammate Erik Arvidsson wowed to 11th from bib 44, showcasing his grit and speed on the challenging spring-like day.

After two strong downhill training runs Cochran‑Siegle was poised for a good result. He skied smoothly and controlled to secure valuable World Cup points well inside the top 10. 

"It took a little bit to get settled into my run as I was off the mark for the first technical section, but eventually things came together and was able to get to better more committed skiing by the bottom," said Cochran-Siegle. "I want to put it all together from top to bottom but I feel like today was a good day to build consistency back with my downhill skiing."

It was U.S. compatriot Erik Arvidsson who stole the show for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. Arvidsson has been on the comeback from a knee injury that sidelined him all of the 2024-25 season. After a good result in Kitzbühel, he had the ingredients for another strong day. He skied aggressively to easily fly into 11th, his second-best World Cup result ever and the first time he cracked the top 15 since his injury. 

"I feel like my skiing is really coming together now, and I finally had some consistent time on speed skis to dial in some of the details," said Arvidsson. "It feels good to to see it show up in the races. I am also super thankful to everybody and the whole team." 

The race was won by Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt, who continued his dominant downhill season with a Swiss sweep of the podium. Alexis Monney was second and Stefan Rogentin in third. 

Also cracking the top 30 was independent skier Wiley Maple in 25th place. Bryce Bennett, Kyle Negomir, Jared Goldberg and Sam Morse landed in 33rd, 40th, 42nd, and 48th place, respectively. 

The men’s speed team will shift to super-G on Sunday. 

RESULTS
Men's donwhill

Cashman Leads the Way in Soldeu Super-G

By Sierra Ryder - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 28 2026
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Keely Cashman races to 12th in the Soldeu super-G. (Getty Images)

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team women took on the World Cup super-G in Soldeu, Andorra on Saturday with Keely Cashman leading the way in 12th place as the top American. Teammate Mary Bocock was not far off in 17th. 

Cashman delivered a composed and competitive run on the Soldeu track, attacking the upper pitches with confidence and maintaining solid speed through the gliding sections. While just outside the top 10, Cashman is pleased with her gameplan but hopes to improve slightly on the execution for the super-G the following day. 

“The snow is amazing here, so I was really happy to run early and just have the opportunity,” said Cashman. “I definitely didn't execute the plan exactly how I wanted to, but I'm really excited that we get another chance.”

Bocock is one of the young rising stars of the speed team, known for sending every race fully. She attached top to bottom and slid into her second-best career World Cup result of 17th place. 

“I'm feeling really happy that I'm able to execute the game plan,” said Bocock. “I was attacking a lot and I made some mistakes, but I think that was kind of necessary today to be really pushing.” 

The race was confidently won by Germany’s Emma Aicher, who put down a powerful and fluid run to claim victory by almost a full second. She was joined on the podium by New Zealand’s Alice Robinson in second and Switzerland’s Corinne Suter in third.

Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes Tricia Mangan, Breezy Johnson and Haley Cutler also landed inside the 30 in 22nd, 25th and 28th place. Bella Wright, Allison Mollin and Jackie Wiles did not finish but are OK.

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team women will look to build on the super-G result for the next super-G race on Sunday. 

RESULTS
Women's super-G

Johnson Fifth, Wiles Top 10 in Andorra Downhill

By Sierra Ryder - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 27 2026
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Breezy Johnson races to fifth place in Soldeu, Andorra. (Getty Images)

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team women put down strong performances on Friday’s World Cup downhill in Soldeu, Andorra with newly crowned downhill Olympic gold medalist Breezy Johnson leading the way in fifth place and teammate and fellow 2026 Olympic medalist Jackie Wiles skiing strong to eighth.

On the demanding track, Johnson attacked from the start, carrying speed through the gliding sections and staying aggressive on the technical lower pitch to finish just off the podium in a tightly packed field. The result adds another top finish to her season in the speed events and keeps her momentum rolling as the World Cup tour heads into its final stretch. 

“I feel like I gave it my all. I had a couple of scrappy moments, but that's ski racing and moving on to the next,” said Johnson. 

Wiles delivered a very composed and fast run, skiing with confidence and control from top to bottom to secure a top 10 result. 

“I feel like I really struggled on the pitch both training runs,” said Wiles. “I just tried to stay positive and confident that I could turn it around on the race day and I think it was a solid run overall.” 

Teammates Allison Mollin and Keely Cashman rounded out the top 25 in 21st and 22nd, respectively. Haley Cutler and Tricia Mangan did not finish but are OK. Bella Wright and Mary Bocock landed just outside the points in 31st and 35th. 

The winner of the race was Switzerland’s Corinne Suter, who has notably been on the comeback from an injury that sidelined her earlier this season. Austria’s Nina Ortlieb took second with Italy’s Sofia Goggia in third. 

The women now turn their focus to a pair of super-G races this weekend. 

RESULTS
Women's downhill

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Nominates 32 Athletes to Represent Team USA at 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympic Winter Games

By Ryan Odeja
February, 24 2026
Brenna Huckaby

PARK CITY, UT (Feb. 24, 2026) - U.S. Ski & Snowboard has nominated 32 athletes to represent Team USA at the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympic Winter Games, Mar. 6-15, 2026. The athletes were selected to Team USA based on pre-determined Paralympic Winter Games criteria set by U.S. Ski & Snowboard and will be officially announced to Team USA on Mar. 2, 2026. 

The Milano Cortina Games will take place across Italy. For ski and snowboard events, Cortina will host Para alpine and Para snowboard, with 79 medal events on the schedule. 

Team USA will send 32 athletes to the Paralympic Winter Games, including 11 athletes from the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and six athletes from the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team. Of the 32 athletes represented, 14 are first-time Paralympians. 

The U.S. enters the Paralympics with the best Para snowboard team in the world, taking home both the men’s and women’s Nations Cups this season. Brenna Huckaby, the most decorated Para snowboarder in the world and reigning Paralympic banked slalom gold medalist, is headed to her third Paralympic Games alongside veterans and multi-time medalists Noah Elliott, Mike Schultz and Keith Gabel. 

On the alpine side, Laurie Stephens and Andrew Kurka are returning for their sixth and fourth Paralympic Games, respectively, each as Paralympic champions and multi-time medalists. Newcomers to the team include Kate Delson, who finished second at Para snowboard World Championships last season in her debut. Kelsey O’Driscoll and Audrey Crowley will both take on their first Paralympic Games on the alpine side, both landing on the World Cup podium multiple times this season. 

“We are delighted to be sending an incredible team to the Paralympic Games,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, U.S. Ski & Snowboard President & CEO. “Between experienced veterans and exciting newcomers, I cannot wait to see what we can accomplish in Cortina.”

“This is the first Paralympic Games since Para alpine and Para snowboard have been reintegrated within U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and we couldn’t be more excited to support our team through these competitions,” said Anouk Patty, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Chief of Sport. “The athletes have been working incredibly hard throughout the season, and I know they are ready to shine in Italy.” 

The full Paralympic schedule can be found HERE. How to watch the Games via NBC-owned channels in the United States can be found HERE.  

PARALYMPIC ROSTERS
2026 U.S. Paralympic Alpine Team

(Hometown; Club; College; Birthdate; Past Paralympic Teams)

Women
Visually Impaired

  • Meg Gustafson (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 4/22/2009)*
    • Guide: Spenser Gustafson (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 5/8/2007)*

Standing

  • Audrey Crowley (Eagle, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; University of Denver; 3/1/2007)*
  • Allie Johnson (Chicago, IL; National Sports Center for the Disabled; Colorado State University; 12/23/1994; 2022)
  • Kelsey O’Driscoll (Glens Falls, NY; National Sports Center for the Disabled; SUNY Adirondack; 1/24/1994)*

Sitting

  • Hailey Griffin (Paonia, CO; National Ability Center; Virginia Commonweath University; Colorado State University; 4/11/1991)*
  • Saylor O’Brien (Woodland, UT; National Ability Center; 4/28/2003)*
  • Anna Soens (Bend, OR; Oregon Adaptive Sports, National Sports Center for the Disabled; University of Otago; 7/28/1988)*
  • Laurie Stephens (Wenham, MA; University of New Hampshire; 3/5/1984; 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022)

Men
Standing

  • Noah Bury (Salt Lake City, UT; National Sports Center for the Disabled; Weber State University; 1/18/2003)*
  • Patrick Halgren (Tolland, CT; National Sports Center for the Disabled; 6/24/1992; 2022)
  • Andrew Haraghey (Enfield, CT; National Ability Center; Westminster University; 12/16/1995; 2018, 2022)
  • Jesse Keefe (Sun Valley, ID; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; University of Colorado Colorado Springs; 3/26/2004; 2022)
  • Tyler McKenzie (Leominster, MA; National Ability Center; Bates College; 8/20/1991)*
  • Michael O’Hearn (Spring Lake, NJ; National Ability Center; Westminster University; 6/20/2001)*
  • Spencer Wood (Pittsfield, VT; Killington Mountain School; University of Colorado Boulder; 1/17/1997; 2018, 2022)

Sitting

  • Jasmin Bambur (Granby, CO; National Sports Center for the Disabled; 8/28/1979; 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022)
  • Matthew Brewer (Huntington Beach, CA; National Ability Center; Saddleback Community College; 5/8/1975; 2022)
  • Ravi Drugan (Eugene, OR; Oregon Adaptive Sports; 12/19/1989; 2022)
  • Blake Eaton (Proctor, MN, National Ability Center; University of Minnesota Duluth; 7/14/2004)*
  • Robert Enigl (Kaukauna, WI; National Sports Center for the Disabled/National Ability Center; Fox Valley Tech; 12/16/1983; 2022)
  • Andrew Kurka (Palmer, AK; Alyeska Ski Club; 1/27/1992; 2014, 2018, 2022)
  • Kyle Taulman (Winter Park, CO; National Sports Center for the Disabled; 12/20/2001; 2022)
  • David Williams (Fort Lauderdale, FL; National Sports Center for the Disabled; 7/27/1979; 2022)
2026 U.S. Paralympic Snowboard Team 

(Hometown; Club; College; Birthdate; Past Paralympic Teams)

Women
LL1

  • Brenna Huckaby (Baton Rouge, LA; Team Utah Snowboarding; 1/22/1996; 2018, 2022)

LL2

  • Kate Delson (San Diego, CA; Team Utah Snowboarding; 5/5/2005)*
  • Jackie Hamwey (Boston, MA; Team Utah Snowboarding; Northeastern University; 3/28/1989)*

Men
LL1

  • Noah Elliott (St. Charles, MO; DeVry University; 7/12/1997; 2018, 2022)
  • Mike Schultz (Kimball, MN; 8/27/1981; 2018, 2022)

LL2

  • Keith Gabel (Ogden, UT; Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club; 7/20/1984; 2014, 2018, 2022)
  • Zach Miller (Silverthorne, CO; Adaptive Action Sports; DeVry University; 3/10/1999; 2022)
  • Joe Pleban (Fredericksburg, VA; Adaptive Action Sports; Christopher Newport University; 8/7/1990)*

*Denotes first-time Paralympian 

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About U.S. Ski & Snowboard
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 240 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams, including the Stifel U.S. Ski Team: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, freeski, nordic combined, Para alpine and ski jumping, the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team and Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit usskiandsnowboard.org.

Threshold, the Untold Story of Jessie Diggins, Premieres on NBC’s Peacock

By Leann Bentley - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
February, 23 2026
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Threshold, a feature-length documentary centered on Olympic champion, four-time Olympic medalist and the most successful American cross country skier in history, Jessie Diggins, premieres today, Feb. 23, 2026, on NBC’s Peacock. The film looks beyond the race course, sharing Diggins’ personal journey, including her experience with an eating disorder and how seeking professional support and embracing a healthier perspective on mental health reshaped both her career and her life.

Filmed by Torsten and Lars Brinkema and executive produced by Patrick Dempsey, the documentary offers an intimate look at Diggins’ previously untold journey. With unprecedented access throughout the 2023-24 World Cup season, Diggins opens up about her experiences, exploring vulnerability, stigma, recovery and pain, while shedding light on what it takes to remain human in a sport that continually pushes both body and mind beyond their limits.

“Eating disorders have so much stigma, shame and guilt attached to them, and they are often misunderstood by the general population,” said Diggins. “I wish I had known so much more about them and felt empowered to have more open conversations about my own struggles when I was 18 years old, as that would have helped me tremendously. I felt it was important to show my story so openly because without that, it’s hard to ask for change, and I wanted to help others feel less alone.” 

Throughout the documentary, Diggins reflected on the professional support she received and how it helped guide her recovery and ultimately led her to compete at the highest level of the sport and continue her dominance as the #1 ranked cross country skier in the world. 

“I hope it sparks conversations around mental health and eating disorders and removes the stigma so that these crucial conversations can happen,” said Diggins. “I hope that people who are struggling feel less alone and more empowered to ask for help and I hope that they truly feel hope for themselves and their own journey, as they might see parts of themselves reflected in my story.” 

“Jessie is a remarkable athlete and more importantly, a remarkable person,” said Patrick Dempsey, executive producer of the film. “The journey that she is sharing is profoundly meaningful and resonant, not only for her but for the countless other people who have faced the same struggle. I couldn’t be more proud to be a part of this production and to share her story with all of you.”

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Directed and Produced by: Lars Brinkema & Torsten Brinkema
Executive Producer: Torsten Brinkema, Patrick Dempsey
Written by: Lars Brinkema
Producer: Mark Steele, Samantha Taylor
Editor: Yaniv Elani, JD Marlow 
Music by: Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore
Director of Photography: Torsten Brinkema & Lars Brinkema.

For further information: https://www.brinkemabrothers.com/

Lars Brinkema: Director, Producer, Writer, Cinematographer
Growing up in Minneapolis, Lars found his passion in film and photojournalism, documenting the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. Witnessing firsthand the unjust representation of the protest movement sparked the idea for his first film, I Pray—an award-winning short documentary about the Minneapolis community’s resilience and collective fight for justice.

This foundation in authentic, personal storytelling informed his approach to documenting what would become Threshold, his feature-length directorial debut. When Jessie entrusted him with telling her mental health story, it became more than a film; it was a responsibility rooted in his own closeness to people whose lives have been shaped by the same struggle.

Now based in Los Angeles, Lars is drawn to intimate, character-driven stories that foster reflection, dialogue, and change.

Torsten Brinkema: Director, Executive Producer, Cinematographer
Torsten Brinkema is a Minnesota-born artist based in Brooklyn, New York. His work explores the fragile balance between people and their environments through films, still photography, and sculpture. As a former collegiate ski racer, Torsten spent years on the snow competing against the best in the Northeast, all the while developing his visual practice in the landscapes that sport took him. With two award-winning short films behind him, he set out to merge his lifelong connection to skiing with a long-form film that could fully realize his creative vision. Drawing on his experience racing alongside elite athletes—and a deep sense of empathy—he built a story rooted in trust. Threshold ultimately became a journey far beyond what he imagined, both as a filmmaker and as a witness.

Diggins Fights To Fifth Place Finish in Women's 50k Classic

By Isabella Rubis
February, 22 2026
Jessie Diggins, Women's 50k classic

Team USA's Jessie Diggins earned a hard fought fifth place in the women's 50k classic. Following a tough start, the four-time Olympic medalist showed immense determination and stamina to earn her way back into the top group fighting for the podium until the very last sprint. 

The race by Diggins was nothing short of impressive. After running into trouble early and battling back from a fall following a ski change, the American once again proved why she has been instrumental in solidifying U.S. women’s cross country skiing on the international map. The veteran can close out her Olympic career knowing she left everything on the course and made her country proud.

""If you had told me even a year ago I'd be in the fight for a bonze medal in a 50k classic, I would not have believed you," said Diggins. "It's taken so much work from so many people for so many years to get here and I'm just really proud of it." 

Sweden's Ebba Andersson won the gold medal with command, beating all other athletes by over two minutes and finishing with a time of two hours, 16 minutes and 28.2 seconds. The gold was redemption after blaming herself when a couple of falls in the team mixed relay kept the Swedish team from taking home the gold. 

Heidi Weng of Norway won the silver medal with a time of two hours, 18 minutes and 43.5 seconds and rounding out the podium, winning a bronze medal in a race that came down to the end was Swiss skier Nadja Kaelin who cemented her spot on the podium with an impressive push on the final climb of the race. 

Team USA's Rosie Brennan earned a top 20 finish, coming across the line in 16th place with teammate Hailey Swirbul just behind in 20th. Kendall Kramer came in 27th putting all U.S. women within the top 30. 

"It's so cool that they (my team) were here for my last Olympics and I got to end it on a beautiful day at a venue that I love so much," said Diggins. "I'm just really proud of the last Olympics and really grateful and really happy. I'm leaving here just full of joy and probably needing a new body." 

The tight fought race and strong showing from the U.S. women was a perfect way to close out the 2026 Olympic Winter Games for Team USA. 

RESULTS 

Women's 50k classic

Gray Leads U.S. With 10th Place in Freeski Halfpipe

By Isabella Rubis
February, 22 2026
Kate Gray, Women's freeski halfpipe

Team USA's Kate Gray earned a 10th-place finish in the freeski halfpipe on Sunday morning after weather and heavy snow caused the final to be postponed from Saturday night. 

Chinese powerhouse Eileen Gu put down a run with a score of 94.75 on her third attempt to win the gold medal, making her the most decorated freestyle skier with six Olympic medals, three of them gold. Her teammate Li Fanghui won the silver medal with a score of 93.00 and Great Britain's Zoe Atkin won bronze in her Olympic debut with a 92.50. 

Svea Irving of Team USA suffered a heavy fall on her first of three runs, forcing her to withdraw from her second attempt. She returned for her third and final run, dropping into the pipe with determination, but was ultimately unable to complete her run.

Although unable to break into the podium, both Gray and Irving showed grit and flexibility. Coming out and competing after multiple changes to the Women's freeski halfpipe competition schedule due to weather and fighting to put down the perfect run needed for the podium each time. 

RESULTS

Women's halfpipe

Schumacher Leads Team USA in Men's 50k With 13th Place Finish

By Isabella Rubis
February, 21 2026
Gus Schumacher, Men's 50k classic

The Olympic Winter Games have come to an end for the men, with the 50k rounding out over two weeks of racing and six events. Olympic silver medalist Gus Schumacher led Team USA to a 13th place finish in the 50k classic, with teammate Hunter Wonders in 35th. 

"It was all climbing," said Schumacher. "But it was the best 50k conditions-wise that I think I have ever done. That's not saying much but it was good skiing today." 

On a seven-lap course, the race was anything but easy. And for many of the athletes, this was their second, third, fourth... or in Schumacher's case, sixth time racing in less than two weeks. Yet, the sun was out, the fans lined the course, and it was a great day to end the 2026 Olympic Winter Games for the men. 

Off the start line, it was clear who was going to lead the mass start -- Norway. Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, Martin Loewstroem Nyenget and Emil Iversen joined together and never looked back. Yet, Schumacher kept his pace in the lead pack for nearly half of the race. Then slowly, the pack began to string out, with nearly 1 minute and 30 seconds gapping the podium to fourth place. As the laps went on, the athletes kept hammering, with Schumacher and Wonders putting it all out there one final time. At the end of the race, Schumacher crossed the line in 13th, his best Olympic 50k result. Wonders, who had been dreaming of racing an Olympic 50k, finished 35th. 

"I liked how I skied today," said Schumacher. "My energy waned halfway through, and it was a little hard to keep pushing and skiing well, but I feel like I can understand that. It's been a pretty heavy mental load the last two weeks. If I have a flame, it was ripping a couple of days ago, but halfway through today's race, it felt like a candle."

"I'm alive... barely. I didn't think I was going to finish there for a little bit. That was definitely the most 'boxed' I've ever been in a race," said Wonders. "From finishing, I could barely stand. I have never had so many cramps in my entire life. It was all firing at different times. It never looked very pretty out there but I completed a race that four years I was chomping at the bit to compete in." 

Norway swept the podium. The most decorated of them all, Klaebo, won a historic sixth gold medal, going undefeated in the 2026 Games. The win marks the most dominant performance in Winter Olympic history, making him the first winter athlete to win six gold medals at one Olympics and bringing his career gold medal count to 11 and total Olympic medal count to 13. 

Behind Klaebo in second place was Nyenget, who won the silver medal. Helping to complete Norway's sweep was Emil Iversen, who won the bronze. 

Tomorrow, the women will have their chance at the 50k and make history in the process, as it will be the first ever women's Olympic 50k. 

RESULTS 
Men's Olympic 50k classic