Ryan Cochran-Siegle Clinches Consecutive Olympic Silver in Super-G

Ryan Cochran-Siegle achieved a remarkable feat by securing a silver medal in the Super-G event at the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking one of the most significant performances of his career. The Burlington, Vermont native became the fourth American Alpine skier, and the first man, to earn a medal at these Games, joining fellow athletes Breezy Johnson, Jackie Wiles, and Paula Moltzan.

Historic Olympic Achievement

On a day that held special significance, Ryan Cochran-Siegle won his medal exactly 54 years after his mother, Barbara Cochran, earned gold at the 1972 Sapporo Games. Barbara cheered for her son from the finish area, while his fiancé, Jessie, was also present to support him. Cochran-Siegle expressed a mixture of pride and relief, admitting that he initially hesitated to have his mother at the event due to its importance.

Race Performance and Conditions

Cochran-Siegle started the race with the No. 3 bib, being the third among 42 competitors to take on the challenging Bormio course. As he watched the other racers make their runs, he understood the difficult conditions ahead. Notably, he felt confident after seeing competitors like Marco Odermatt and Vincent Kriechmayr, both of whom are known for their exceptional skiing abilities.

Race Details and Competitors

Unfortunately, the race was filled with unexpected challenges. Five racers, including Dominik Paris from Italy, did not finish the course. Paris experienced a peculiar mishap when his right ski detached as he was racing at a speed of 70 miles per hour. Similarly, American skier River Radamus failed to complete the course after missing a crucial gate due to a misstep.

• Ryan Cochran-Siegle – Silver Medalist
• Barbara Cochran – Olympic Gold Medalist (1972)
• Competitors who did not finish:
• Dominik Paris (ITA)
• River Radamus (USA)
• Sam Morse (USA) – 23rd Place
• Kyle Negomir (USA) – 26th Place

Future Events

The excitement of the Olympic skiing events continues with the women’s Super-G set for Thursday, featuring top competitors like Sofia Goggia from Italy and Jackie Wiles from the USA. Coverage of the event will begin at 5:30 a.m. ET, streaming live on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.

Ryan Cochran-Siegle’s silver medal achievement is not only an honor for him but also a proud moment for American Alpine skiing. His family’s Olympic legacy continues to inspire future generations of athletes.