American speedskater Jordan Stolz cemented his place in Olympic history at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, securing a double gold medal and setting a new Olympic record in the 500-meter race. Stolz's victory, coming just days after his win in the 1000-meter event, showcased his dominance on the ice and fueled discussions about his potential as the greatest speedskater of all time.
Stolz's coach, Bob Corby, reminded him before the 500-meter race that even if his start lagged, the race would be won on the backstretch. "So you've got to burn, like you've never burned before," Corby said, according to Time. Stolz heeded the advice, finishing the race in 33.77 seconds, .11 seconds ahead of Dutch speedskater Jenning de Boo, who took silver. The rivals also dueled in the 500, and de Boo finished second there too, behind Stolz, who also
The 2026 Winter Olympics, held in Milano Cortina, Italy, have already produced several historic moments. According to Time, Brazil celebrated a historic win with Lucas Pinheiro Braathen's gold in giant slalom, and the U.S. team of Danny O'Shea and Ellie Kam secured gold in team skating.
However, the games have also presented challenges for some elite athletes. Mikaela Shiffrin's quest for Olympic medals continues to face difficulties, adding to the narrative of her Olympic struggles despite her dominant World Cup record, according to NPR News. Additionally, Ilia Malinin, known as the "Quad God," faltered in the free skate, finishing eighth after a series of falls, echoing the struggles of other Olympic greats. This performance, as reported by NPR News, highlights the mental hurdles even elite athletes face under immense pressure.
While the Olympics provided thrilling competition, Austria continues to attract international film productions, according to Variety. Despite recent budget cuts to its film funding programs, Austria's diverse locations and skilled crews maintain its appeal in the film industry.
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