Courtney Sarault, a Canadian speedskater from Moncton, New Brunswick, made headlines at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics by winning a silver medal in the women's 1,000-metre short-track event. This victory marks her third medal of the Games, complementing her previous achievements of a silver in the mixed relay and a bronze in the 500-metre individual race. Her extraordinary performance highlights her exceptional talent and determination, contributing to Canada's growing medal tally at these Games.

This silver medal is particularly notable as it comes in a month where Canada faced a gold medal drought, which was finally broken by Mikaël Kingsbury’s gold in men’s dual moguls. Sarault’s achievement not only signifies her personal success but also boosts the spirit and morale of the Canadian team as they seek to enhance their medal standings. With Sarault's achievement, Canada now stands at a total of 10 medals in the ongoing Olympics.

Looking ahead, Sarault may add to her medal count when she competes in the women’s 3,000-metre relay event. Her growing collection of medals parallels that of other notable Canadian athletes like Isabelle Weidemann, who achieved similar milestones at the 2022 Beijing Games. As the Olympics progress, Sarault’s journey remains a focal point for Canadian fans, illustrating the depth of talent within Canada's speed skating community and raising hopes for future successes.