Olympic Oddity: Jílek and Company Will Compete for Medals in a Completely Different Country Next Time
The upcoming Winter Olympics will be hosted in France, but the speed skating events will take place in a different country for the first time in history.
From Czech Triumphs to the Terrifying Fall of a Ski Star: Thirteen Stories of the Olympics
This article recounts the inspiring achievements of Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek at the Milan Olympics, highlighting his silver medal in the 5K and gold in the 10K, alongside his aspirations and the pressures of Olympic success.
What were they doing there? Jílek explained the chaos on the ice, annoyed by the American and other teams
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek sought to secure a medal at the Olympic mass start race but faced confusion over race dynamics that affected his performance.
Metoděj Jílek finished fourteenth in the mass start
Metoděj Jílek placed fourteenth in the mass start event.
Jílek's attack for another medal failed. He was among those who missed the start
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek placed fourteenth in the mass start event at the Milan Olympics, falling short of another medal after previously winning a gold and silver medal earlier in the competition.
Jílek aims for a third medal at the end of the Olympics in an exciting mass start race
Metoděj Jílek is set to compete in the mass start race at the Olympics, striving for his third medal.
What Awaits Jílek in the Battle for the Third Medal? A Wilderness with Sharp Elbows. The Czech Described His Plan
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek aims for a third medal in the mass start event after a disappointing sixth place finish in the 1500 meters.
Olympic Diary: Jílek Lost Right at the Starting Line. He Described His Mistake
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek finished sixteenth in the 1500 meters event, unable to secure a third consecutive medal at the Olympics.
Champion Jílek has a future, and a great rivalry too. The world has something to look forward to
The article discusses the future of champion Jílek and the excitement surrounding ongoing rivalries in sports.
Jílek and Sáblíková will be the Czech flag bearers at the closing ceremony
Jílek and Sáblíková have been chosen as the flag bearers for the Czech team at the upcoming closing ceremony.
Jílek finished sixteenth in the 1500m. I lost at the start, he was angry with himself
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek finished sixteenth in the 1500m event at the Milan Olympics, expressing frustration at his performance and recovering from a cold.
Amazing stories intersect at the closing ceremony. It’s already clear who will carry the flag at the closing ceremony
Czech speed skaters Martina Sáblíková and Metoděj Jílek will carry the flag for the Czech Republic at the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Gold and Silver. Jílek Goes into Battle for Another Medal, Awaiting the 1500 Meters
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek is set to compete in the Olympic 1500 meters race after winning two medals in previous events.
Gallery: Speed skater queen Sáblíková is retiring. What can prince Jílek do?
Speed skater Martina Sáblíková announces her retirement, raising questions about the future of Czech speed skating and the potential of young talent Jakub Jílek.
Champion Jílek Grew Up on the Street. Give Rollerblading a Chance
Jílek, a champion rollerblader from Czechia, advocates for providing opportunities in rollerblading to youth from challenging backgrounds.
The Dream of a Speed Skating Palace: Why Houses Are Being Built Instead of a Hall in Velký Osek
The controversy over building a speed skating hall in Velký Osek has resurfaced following Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek's Olympic success, highlighting the town's sporting aspirations amid practical challenges.
Czech gold has a signature from New Zealand. Jílek is destined to win, says coach
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek's coach from New Zealand believes he is destined for triumph in the Milan games after witnessing his impressive training and performance.
From Jílek a star is born, his voice can be heard. Pelta also came to celebrate
The article discusses the rise of Jílek and the recognition he is receiving, with notable personalities like Pelta attending to support him.
What is it like in the Czech Republic? Sport number five? Don't be crazy. Jílek is a phenomenon, different from Sáblíková
Metoděj Jílek is gaining international recognition in speed skating, prompting questions about the sport's popularity in the Czech Republic despite its lack of training facilities.
How did Jílek's journey to gold hurt? You go into darkness. You vomit. The brain doesn't want to.
The article discusses the challenges and physical hardships faced by athlete Jílek on his path to achieving gold.
Olympic Diary: Two Medals and Ten Million Impressions. Adamczyková and Jílek Face More than Just Congratulations
Czech athletes secured two medals at the Winter Olympics, with Eva Adamczyková taking silver and the youngest Czech Olympic champion, Metoděj Jílek, winning gold, while both also contend with mixed reactions from fans and experts alike.
The youngest Czech winner. Golden Jílek only considered victory, even Sáblíková bowed to him at the finish.
Metoděj Jílek became the youngest Olympic champion at the age of nineteen, winning gold in the 10-kilometer race.
Jílek raced for gold with gusto. He was thrilled with the gift from Sáblíková
Jílek received a gift from Sáblíková and participated in a thrilling gold medal race.
I hope to see the hall, Jílek laughed. In the golden euphoria, he received a gift from Sáblíková
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek celebrated his Olympic gold medal win in Milan, following a prior silver, and engaged enthusiastically with fans during his victory lap.
It's Pogačar of speed skating, Jílek astonished the French. The Poles see a monster in him
Nineteen-year-old Metoděj Jílek won gold in speed skating at the Milan Olympics, leaving experts amazed.
Sour face after silver? Forgotten! Pain in Jílek's face has been replaced by euphoria
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek secured a gold medal at the Olympics with a dominant performance, reminiscent of legendary skater Martina Sáblíková, marking the country's second Olympic triumph.
Czech teenager wins long-distance, Bergsma takes bronze at 40
A Czech teenager triumphed in the men's 10,000-meter speed skating event at the Milano Cortina Olympics, winning gold, while Dutch skater Jorrit Bergsma secured bronze at age 40.
Second medal of the day. Jílek has gold
Jílek has won a gold medal, marking the second medal awarded on the same day.
Explosion of giant emotions, Jílek won the coveted Olympic gold at the ten thousand meters
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek won gold in the 10,000-meter race at the Milan Olympics, adding to the silver he previously earned in the 5,000 meters.
Metoděj Jílek Wins Olympic Gold, Secures Victory in 10,000 Meter Race
Czech athlete Metoděj Jílek has won an Olympic gold medal in the 10,000 meter race.
Norway's golden boy crushed by wonder child - after cryptic message before the start
Sander Eitrem faltered during the 10,000-meter event at the Olympics after showing promising form in the 5000-meter race.
Czech Republic's Biggest Chance for a Second Gold: Jílek to Compete in the 10-Kilometer Race
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek is set to compete in the 10,000-meter race, marking a significant chance for the country to win its second gold medal at the Olympics.
Metoděj is not as he is portrayed in the newspapers, says the father of speed skater Jílek
The father of speed skater Jílek defends his son against negative press coverage, claiming the media portrayal is inaccurate.
Few emotions, few performances? Criticism of athletes from behind the screens is just another unnecessary pressure
The pressure on athletes often comes from within, as exemplified by Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek's disappointment despite winning a silver medal at the Olympics.
Jílek will have a tougher career than Sáblíková, warns former rival of the famous Czech
As Czech speed skater Martina Sáblíková prepares for her final Olympic race, rising star Metoděj Jílek aims to build on his early success and pursue a medal collection.
"What should I tell him? That he's a champ." Jílek's father enjoyed the silver race right in Milan
Ondřej Jílek, father of silver medalist Metoděj Jílek, celebrated his son's achievement at the Olympics in Milan alongside many family and friends.
Olympic Diary: Vonn Paid for Risk, Maděrová's Courage Earned Gold. Ledecká Took on the IOC
The Czech Republic celebrated its first medals at the Olympics with Zuzana Maděrová winning gold and Jílek taking silver, while Lindsey Vonn faced a serious crash due to her calculated risk.
Touching Message from Sáblíková. She Described How Her Successor Jílek Pursued His Dream
Czech speed skating champion Martina Sáblíková celebrated the achievement of her successor Metoděj Jílek, who won a silver medal in the 5000-meter race at the Milan Olympics.
"Like from an American movie." Politicians congratulated speed skater Jílek on his silver medal
Czech politicians congratulated speed skater Jílek on his recent achievement of winning a silver medal.
Czech speed skating has another Olympic star, Jílek found only one conqueror
Metoděj Jílek won a silver medal in the 5000m speed skating event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Czechia has its second medal, speed skater Jílek adorned his debut with silver
Czech speed skater Jílek secured a silver medal at his debut competition, adding to the country's medal count.
Another Czech medal. Silver for Metoděj Jílek, a hero of the new sports generation
Metoděj Jílek wins a silver medal, marking his emergence as a prominent figure in the new generation of Czech athletes.
Fantasy, second medal for Czechia! Speed skater Jílek wins silver in the five kilometers
Czech speed skater Metoděj Jílek won a silver medal in the 5 km event at the XXV Winter Olympics, marking the country's second medal of the games.
First Chance for Young Hope on the Oval. Jílek Fights for a Medal in the Five Kilometers
Metoděj Jílek, a promising young speed skater from Czechia, is competing for a medal in the 5000-meter race at the Winter Olympics in Milan.
I am so sorry, Ledecká cried at the finish. Maděrová was kicked by Jelínek
Czech skier Ester Ledecká was emotional after her performance at the Olympic parallel giant slalom in Milan, where she contributed to the Czech team's first gold.
Watch out, a star is rising. Speed skating legends are watching Jílek's races
Metoděj Jílek, a promising young Czech speed skater, aims for medals at his first Olympics while Martina Sáblíková bids farewell to her career.
‘He significantly influenced the public space of Šumperk.’ Sculptor Jiří Jílek to receive honorary citizenship posthumously there
Sculptor Jiří Jílek is set to be awarded honorary citizenship in Šumperk for his significant contributions to the city's public space.
Masterful Victory of Ledecká or Jílek's Successes. What were the Best Czech Sports Moments of 2025?
The article reflects on the most outstanding sports achievements in the Czech Republic for the year 2025, highlighting key performances by athletes like Ledecká and Jílek.