Erin Jackson Skates for Gold: Winter Olympics Live Updates
February 15, 2026, marks another thrilling day at the Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. American athletes had mixed results during various events. Erin Jackson, the defending gold medalist in speed skating, finished fifth in the women’s 500 meters, while skier Mikaela Shiffrin struggled in the women’s giant slalom.
Erin Jackson’s Fifth-Place Finish
American speed skater Erin Jackson aimed to defend her Olympic title in the women’s 500 meters. However, she ended up in fifth place at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium, clocking a time of 37.32 seconds. The gold medal was won by Dutch skater Femke Kok, who set an Olympic record with a time of 36.49 seconds. Jutta Leerdam from the Netherlands secured silver, and Japan’s Miho Takagi took bronze.
Mikaela Shiffrin’s Giant Slalom Challenge
In alpine skiing, Mikaela Shiffrin finished 11th in the women’s giant slalom. Her combined race time was 2:14.42, just shy of the podium. Italian athlete Federica Brignone dominated the race, securing gold and marking her second medal of the Olympics.
Highlights from Other Events
- The U.S. women’s curling team achieved a remarkable comeback against China, ending with a score of 6-5.
- American participants in snowboard slopestyle, Jessica Perlmutter and Lily Dhawronvej, displayed resilience to qualify for the finals.
- In men’s hockey, Team USA faced Germany, with the match determining the leader of Group C.
- American biathlete Deedra Irwin finished 35th in the women’s 10km pursuit, continuing the U.S.’s biathlon medal drought.
Future Competitions
The competitions will continue to heat up as Team USA aims to improve its standings and secure more medals. Erin Jackson’s upcoming races will be pivotal as she seeks to reclaim her title. Meanwhile, the excitement surrounding Shiffrin’s next opportunity in the slalom remains palpable.
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