Australia’s Winter Olympic Momentum: What’s Next for the Aussies in Milano Cortina?
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina are proving to be a golden run for Australia, with three gold medals already secured by freestyle skiers Cooper Woods, Josie Baff, and Jakara Anthony, alongside a silver for Scotty James. As the Games progress, anticipation builds for further success, particularly with several key athletes set to compete on Sunday, February 15th.
Dual Moguls: Cooper Woods Eyes Another Gold
Cooper Woods is back in action, aiming to add another gold to his tally in the Men’s Dual Moguls event in Livigno. He’ll be joined by fellow Australian teammates Matt Graham, George Murphy, and Jackson Harvey. The event kicks off at 8:30 p.m. (AEDT) with the super final scheduled for 9:45 p.m. (AEDT). Woods’ recent success, including overcoming challenges with his equipment – even borrowing Jakara Anthony’s shoes for the podium – highlights the team’s strong spirit and determination.
Bree Walker’s Monobob Debut
Bree Walker will make her Olympic debut in the Women’s Monobob at the Cortina Sliding Centre. Her campaign begins with the first two heats on Sunday, February 15th, at 8:00 p.m. (AEDT), with the final medal decisions coming on Tuesday morning (Australian time). This marks a significant moment for Walker as she represents Australia in this exciting discipline.
Aussies in Action: Full Schedule for February 15th
Here’s a breakdown of the Australian athletes competing on February 15th (all times AEDT):
- 8:00 p.m.: Women’s Monobob (Heats 1 & 2) – Bree Walker
- 8:30 p.m.: Men’s Dual Moguls – Round of 32 – Matt Graham, Cooper Woods, Jackson Harvey, George Murphy
- 9:45 p.m.: Men’s Dual Moguls – Super Final
- 11:45 p.m.: Mixed Team Snowboard Cross quarterfinals – Jarryd Huges/Mia Clift, Adam Lambert/Josie Baff
- 12:15 a.m.: Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle qualifying – Tess Coady, Mela Stalker, Ally Hickman
- 5:45 a.m.: Pair Skating Short Program – Anastasiia Golubeva and Hektor Giotopoulos Moore
Australia’s Rising Medal Count: A Look at the Standings
As of February 15th, Australia currently holds 3 gold medals, 1 silver, and 4 bronze, placing them among the top-performing nations. Here’s a snapshot of the medal table:
- Norway – 10 gold, 3 silver, 7 bronze
- Italy – 6 gold, 3 silver, 9 bronze
- USA – 5 gold, 8 silver, 4 bronze
- Australia – 3 gold, 1 silver, 4 bronze
Did you understand?
Cooper Woods broke his gold medal three times during celebrations!
FAQ
Q: Where are the 2026 Winter Olympics being held?
A: The 2026 Winter Olympics are being held in Milano Cortina, Italy.
Q: When does Bree Walker compete in the Monobob?
A: Bree Walker competes in the Women’s Monobob heats on February 15th at 8:00 p.m. (AEDT).
Q: Who are the Australian freestyle skiers who have won gold?
A: Cooper Woods, Josie Baff, and Jakara Anthony have all won gold medals in freestyle skiing.
Q: How can I watch the 2026 Winter Olympics in Australia?
A: Details on how to watch the games can be found through various sporting news outlets.
Stay tuned for further updates as the Australian team continues to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics!
