On Friday, February 13, 2026, Matt Weston ended Team GB’s week-long medal drought in spectacular fashion, capturing the Gold Medal in the men’s skeleton at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Weston’s victory at the Eugenio Monti Olympic Sliding Center in Cortina d’Ampezzo was a masterclass in precision. He set a new track record in every single one of his four heats, finishing with a combined time of 3:43.33—a massive 0.88 seconds ahead of his nearest rival.
A Historic Milestone for Team GB
Weston’s triumph is not just a personal victory but a landmark moment for British winter sports:
First Ever Men’s Skeleton Gold: While British women have dominated the sport (Amy Williams and Lizzy Yarnold), Weston is the first British man to ever win Olympic gold in the skeleton.
Ending a 46-Year Wait: He is the first individual British male athlete to win a Winter Olympic gold medal since figure skater Robin Cousins in 1980.
Legacy Confirmed: Weston joins the elite ranks of British “sliding” legends, securing Team GB’s 13th ever Winter Olympic gold.
| Rank | Athlete | Country | Total Time | Gap |
| 🥇 1 | Matt Weston | Great Britain | 3:43.33 | — |
| 🥈 2 | Axel Jungk | Germany | 3:44.21 | +0.88 |
| 🥉 3 | Christopher Grotheer | Germany | 3:44.40 | +1.07 |
Women’s Team: In the Hunt
As the men’s competition concluded, the British women’s trio put themselves in a strong position following their opening heats.
Tabitha (Tabby) Stoecker: Currently leads the British charge in 5th place, just 0.4 seconds off the bronze medal position.
Freya Tarbit: Sits in 6th place after a “dazzling” second run that saw her climb the standings.
Amelia Coltman: Rounds out the top ten in 9th place, ensuring all three British sliders are in contention heading into the final medal runs on Saturday.
