Latvia ranks 24th in the Olympic medal standings
Latvia finished 24th in the medal standings of the Milan and Cortina Olympics, securing one silver and one bronze medal.
Following the conclusion of the Olympic events in Milan and Cortina, Latvia's delegation placed 24th in the medal standings, earning a silver and a bronze medal. The silver was won by ElΔ«na Ieva Bota in luge, while Roberts KrΕ«zbergs secured Latvia's bronze medal in short track speed skating, marking a historic achievement as it was the first medal for Latvia in events not held on ice. Latvia's performance in the Winter Olympics has been more successful in previous years, specifically in 2010 and 2014.
At the Olympic Games, a total of 116 medal sets were distributed, with athletes from 29 countries earning medals. Norway dominated the standings, securing a premature victory with a total of 41 medals, including 18 gold, 12 silver, and 11 bronze, setting a new Winter Games record for both gold medals and overall medals. The United States followed in second place with 12 gold, 12 silver, and 9 bronze medals, while the Netherlands took third with 10 gold, 7 silver, and 3 bronze medals, reflecting the competitive spirit of this international event.