Canada’s Kingsbury Wins Gold in Men’s Dual Moguls Olympic Debut
In a historic moment for freestyle skiing, Mikael Kingsbury of Canada clinched the gold medal in men’s dual moguls. This event, part of the Milan Cortina Games, marked its Olympic debut in Livigno, Italy. The 33-year-old Kingsbury triumphed over Japan’s Ikuma Horishima in the final round.
Mikael Kingsbury’s Olympic Achievement
This victory represents Kingsbury’s fifth medal at the Olympic Games, solidifying his status as a leading figure in freestyle skiing. He previously secured gold in moguls at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games and has a remarkable 100 World Cup victories under his belt.
About the Dual Moguls Event
The dual moguls event features two skiers racing side-by-side down a bumpy course. They must execute two acrobatic jumps, which are judged based on skiing technique, jump difficulty, and timing. This year is notable as it is the first time dual moguls has been included in the Olympics.
Medal Winners
- Gold: Mikael Kingsbury (Canada)
- Silver: Ikuma Horishima (Japan)
- Bronze: Matt Graham (Australia)
This event adds to Horishima’s collection of medals, having won two bronze earlier in the week and in Beijing 2022. Australia’s Matt Graham narrowly secured the bronze medal, finishing ahead of Japan’s Takuya Shimakawa.
Canada’s Performance in Livigno
The gold earned by Kingsbury marks Canada’s first medal of these Games. He had previously collected a silver in the individual moguls competition, showcasing his prowess in the sport.
With the debut of women’s dual moguls as well, Australia’s Jakara Anthony took home the gold, setting the stage for an exciting competition in the coming days. The introduction of dual moguls has added a thrilling element to the Olympic freestyle skiing events.
