Winning in the finals may not be enough for Zapletalová to win gold. Polish favorite and respected coach angry about new rules
Emma Zapletalová has qualified for the indoor World Championships and is a medal contender, but new rules could affect her chances of winning gold.
Korea, a strong nation in the Winter Paralympics... the secret is nurturing young talents
South Korea has emerged as a strong contender in the Winter Paralympics, achieving its best medal count ever at the 2026 Milan-Cortina games.
Quick hits: Livigno conditions an 'absolute joke' as bobsleigh carnage rocks Italy
Wild weather in Livigno has disrupted the Women's freeski halfpipe event at the Winter Olympics, delaying Australia's medal contender Indra Brown's competition.
Indra Brown 'the real deal' according to defending champion Eileen Gu
Defending champion Eileen Gu praises Australian teen Indra Brown, highlighting her potential as a medal contender in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics freeski halfpipe event.
Oriol Cardona and the heavy burden of aspiring for Spain's first gold in winter Olympic history since Paquito Fernández Ochoa 54 years ago
Mountain skier Oriol Cardona is seen as a strong contender for Spain's first gold in winter Olympics since 1972, acknowledging the high stakes of the competition.
2026 Olympics: Norwegian slalom skier throws his poles in rage and isolates himself in the forest
Atle Lie McGrath, a top contender for a gold medal in the Olympic slalom, faced immense disappointment after failing to finish in the second run, leading him to throw his skiing poles and retreat into the forest in frustration.
Adelaide's own a medal contender for US in Winter Olympics women's double luge
Chevonne Forgan from Adelaide is set to compete for the United States in women's double luge at the upcoming Winter Olympics 2026.
Olympic Winter Games: How Nordic Combination is Fighting for Its Future
Nordic combined athletes, including gold medal contender Vinzenz Geiger, are vying for medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics while also advocating for gender equality and the sport's future.
Olympic medal contender Bota: I was confident in myself - I know what I can do
Latvian luger Bota expresses confidence in her abilities ahead of an important competition, acknowledging small errors in her runs but still aiming for improvement.
Now it can kick off: Jasmi Joensuu has a tremendous advantage for the Olympics
Finnish skier Jasmi Joensuu is considered a top medal contender in the upcoming Olympic sprint event after her recent victory in a key competition.
Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn breaks down in the final descent at the Milan Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn suffered a serious injury during the final descent of the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, despite being a strong contender for a medal.
Olympics live: Norwegian medal favorite falls behind
A live update on the men's mass start ski race at the Olympics, where a Norwegian medal contender has fallen behind.
Suvi Minkkinen's special skill distinguishes her from many – "Opportunities to anything"
Finnish biathlete Suvi Minkkinen is a leading medal contender for the upcoming Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Finland's great medal hope is completely Teflon: "I haven't read much of that kind of stuff"
Anni Kärävä, a leading Finnish medal contender for the Milan-Cortina Olympics, remains unfazed by media pressure, focusing instead on her own performance and development.
Rene, 26, is Finland's great medal hope at the Olympics - 'My God, it would be'
Finnish athlete Rene, age 26, is highlighted as a significant medal contender for the upcoming Milano-Cortina Olympics, alongside other notable Finnish athletes in various sports.
French Biathlete Prepares for Olympics in a Pool
French biathlete and current World Cup leader Eric Perrot discusses his new training regimen ahead of the Milan Cortina Olympics, where he is a top medal contender after previously serving as a reserve in the 2022 Beijing Games.
Choi Ga-on and Lim Jong-eon... 'Fearless Young Stars' Set to Hunt for Gold in Milan
As the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics approach, young athletes Lim Jong-eon and Kim Gil-lee are poised to continue their country's strong legacy in short track speed skating, with Lim considered a top medal contender in the men's 1000m and 1500m events.