Canada’s Crawford Targets Super G Podium; Schwinghammer Seeks Moguls Medal in Olympic Debut
In the thrilling atmosphere of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Franjo von Allmen of Switzerland emerged as a standout competitor. He clinched his third gold medal in the men’s super-G event, solidifying his status as a top athlete in Alpine skiing.
Super-G Highlights
Von Allmen’s victory took place on February 11, 2026, where he finished the race 0.13 seconds ahead of American Ryan Cochran-Siegle, who claimed the silver medal. Swiss teammate Marco Odermatt secured the bronze, finishing 0.28 seconds behind von Allmen.
Historic Achievement
This milestone makes von Allmen the first male Alpine skier to achieve three golds in a single Olympic Games since Jean-Claude Killy in 1968, showcasing his remarkable talent and consistency.
Canada’s Performance
James Crawford, hailing from Toronto, was Canada’s leading competitor in the super-G event, finishing in 16th place with a time of 1:26.85. Crawford’s participation highlighted the emerging talent in Canadian skiing.
Upcoming Events for Canada
Attention now turns to other Canadian athletes as they compete across various disciplines. Notably, Maia Schwinghammer is aiming for a podium finish in the moguls, while Jack Crawford seeks a medal in the super-G.
Additional Olympic Schedule
- 5:00 a.m. ET: Women’s moguls qualification
- 11:00 a.m. ET: Luge women’s double
- 1:05 p.m. ET: Curling men’s round-robin: Canada vs. Germany
- 5:30 a.m. ET: Men’s super-G featuring Canadian athletes
- 12:30 p.m. ET: Speed skating men’s 1000m, including Laurent Dubreuil
As the Olympics continue, Team Canada remains determined to add to their medal tally, with multiple events scheduled throughout the day. Fans can follow these exhilarating competitions on CBC, the official Olympic broadcaster in Canada.
