Olympics 2026 Day 5: Stolz Wins Gold, Lemley Excels, Chock & Bates Silver

The 2026 Winter Olympics continue to deliver thrilling performances, especially on Day 5, where several athletes made headlines. American speedskater Jordan Stolz led the charge by breaking an Olympic record in the men’s 1,000-meter event.

Stolz Claims Gold in Record-Breaking Performance

Jordan Stolz dominated the men’s 1,000-meter speedskating final with a stunning time of 1:06.28. His performance not only earned him the gold medal but also set a new Olympic record.

Stolz, a 21-year-old athlete from the United States, finished ahead of Netherlands’ Jenning de Boo, who took home silver. China’s Zhongyan Ning secured the bronze medal. This victory marked Stolz as the first American man to win this event since Shani Davis in the 2010 Vancouver Olympics.

Stolz trailed after 600 meters but sprinted to victory with a final lap time of 25.66 seconds, outperforming all competitors.

U.S. Ice Dance Pair Wins Silver

Madison Chock and Evan Bates, representing the United States in ice dance, won the silver medal in a closely contested event. They were bested by France’s Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Beaudry Fournier. Despite the outcome, Chock and Bates showcased a commendable performance, solidifying their status as top contenders.

Surprising Results in Men’s Hockey

The opening day of the men’s hockey tournament brought unexpected outcomes. Slovakia stunned Finland with a 4-2 victory, increasing the stakes for Finland in their next match against Sweden. Juraj Slafkovský led Slovakia’s charge with two goals and an assist.

Meanwhile, Italy put up a strong fight against Sweden but ultimately fell 5-2. The game was notable for an injury to Italian goalie Damian Clara, which hampered their efforts in the third period.

U.S. Women Excel in Moguls

In a landmark achievement for American mogul skiing, Liz Lemley and Jaelin Kauf secured gold and silver medals, respectively. Lemley, at just 20 years old, delivered a remarkable performance, while Kauf, overcoming a tough qualification round, showcased her resilience.

Lindsey Vonn’s Recovery Update

In other news, Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn provided a health update from her hospital bed. After undergoing three surgeries following a serious crash in the women’s downhill event, Vonn expressed gratitude for the support she received during her recovery. She tweeted about her progress and extended congratulations to her teammates competing at the Olympics.

Key Highlights from Day 5

• Jordan Stolz wins gold in men’s 1,000-meter speedskating with a record time of 1:06.28.
• Madison Chock and Evan Bates secure silver in ice dance.
• Slovakia defeats Finland 4-2 in men’s hockey, while Sweden wins against Italy 5-2.
• Liz Lemley wins gold and Jaelin Kauf takes silver in women’s moguls.
• Lindsey Vonn updates fans on her recovery after multiple surgeries.

With fierce competitions and inspiring performances, the 2026 Winter Olympics are proving to be a memorable event for athletes and fans alike.