Olympics 2026 Men’s Freestyle Skiing: Slopestyle Medalists and Final Scores
At the 2026 Winter Olympics, Norway’s Birk Ruud triumphed in men’s slopestyle freestyle skiing, unseating 2022 champion Alex Hall. Ruud secured his victory with a score of 86.28 in the initial final round, a score that proved unbeatable throughout the competition. This win contributed to Norway’s impressive medal tally, now totaling five golds, surpassing Switzerland by two.
Men’s Slopestyle Medal Winners
Hall, who performed admirably in the 2022 Beijing Olympics, had secured gold with a nearly perfect run then. In contrast, Ruud had not placed on the podium at that event, finishing fifth. Since then, he has solidified his status as a top contender by winning the slopestyle titles at both the 2023 and 2025 World Championships, alongside a gold at the 2024 Winter X Games.
Final Competition Highlights
- Birk Ruud: Gold medalist, score of 86.28
- Alex Hall: Silver medalist, defending champion
- Luca Harrington: Bronze medalist, first Olympic medal
As the competition unfolded, Ruud set a high standard with his initial performance. Hall, during his second run, seemed close to overtaking Ruud but ultimately fell short. In a critical moment, Hall stumbled off the first rail in his final attempt, preventing him from clinching a second consecutive gold.
Despite his misstep, Hall managed to secure silver, while New Zealand’s Luca Harrington capitalized on his opportunity. Harrington climbed the ranks to seize bronze, marking a significant milestone in his Olympic career.
Team USA Performances
- Konnor Ralph: Finished in ninth place
- Mac Forehand: Finished in 11th place
Looking ahead, freestyle skiing events continue with the women’s moguls qualifying round scheduled for Tuesday, followed by the finals on Wednesday. The men’s moguls competition will take place on Thursday. Ruud is also set to defend his title in men’s big air on February 17, 2026, potentially adding to his medal collection.
