Ledecka’s Snowboard Gold Quest Ends in Quarter-Finals
In the quarter-finals of the women’s parallel giant slalom at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, Ester Ledecka’s quest for a third gold medal came to an unexpected halt. The Czech snowboarder faced off against Sabine Payer of Austria but was unable to secure a victory.
Ester Ledecka’s Gold Quest Ends
The event took place on February 8, 2026, at the Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy. Ledecka, a renowned athlete, previously made headlines at the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympics. There, she became the first woman to win gold in two different winter sports—snowboarding and skiing.
Highlights from the Women’s Parallel Giant Slalom
- Gold Medal: Zuzana Maderova (Czech Republic)
- Silver Medal: Sabine Payer (Austria)
- Bronze Medal: Lucia Dalmasso (Italy)
Despite her past successes, Ledecka opted to focus on snowboarding during these Olympics due to scheduling conflicts with the skiing events. Her decision reflects her commitment to mastering her chosen discipline, though it ultimately meant forgoing the chance to defend her Olympic title.
Men’s Parallel Giant Slalom Results
- Gold Medal: Benjamin Karl (Austria)
- Silver Medal: Sangkyum Kim (Korea)
- Bronze Medal: Tervel Zamfirov (Bulgaria)
The men’s competition also provided thrilling moments, concluding with Benjamin Karl retaining his title. The bronze medal was won in a nail-biting photo finish between Zamfirov and Kim.
The 2026 Olympics continues to showcase the remarkable talent of athletes from around the world, with medals on the line in both snowy and icy events. For more updates and detailed coverage, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.
