The 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing events are done, and the numbers tell a wild story. Switzerland ruled the speed hills. Italy roared for a home hero. And Team USA left Milano Cortina with hardware that reshaped the Olympic medal standings.
Key Takeaways
- Franjo von Allmen (Switzerland) grabbed 3 golds in alpine ski racing.
- Mikaela Shiffrin and Federica Brignone added star power for the USA and Italy.
- Team USA finished 2nd overall with 33 medals at Milano Cortina 2026.
Where Did the Alpine Skiing Happen?
The Games ran Feb 6–22, 2026 across northern Italy. Two mountains carried the 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing program. Our analysis shows the split by gender kept both venues busy.
| Venue | Location | Events |
|---|---|---|
| Stelvio, Bormio | Bormio | Men’s downhill skiing, speed events |
| Olimpia delle Tofane | Cortina | Women’s alpine, slalom events |
More venue detail sits on olympics.com.
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Who Topped the Alpine Medal Standings?
93 nations and 2,842 athletes competed across 15 venues. The 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing podiums leaned heavily toward the Alps. Switzerland’s speed depth stood out.
| Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway | 18 | 12 | 11 | 41 |
| United States | 12 | 12 | 9 | 33 |
| Italy | 10 | 6 | 14 | 30 |
| Germany | 8 | 10 | 8 | 26 |
| Japan | 5 | 7 | 12 | 24 |
Full results live on olympics.
What Made This Alpine Field Special?
Von Allmen’s golden haul was the headline. Brignone thrilled the home crowd, while Shiffrin struck gold again.
If you follow FIS World Cup racing, this won’t surprise you. Qualification capped each gender at 153 competitors, ranked by World Cup results.
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Which USA Alpine Skiers Made the Team?
We found a mix of veterans and first-time Olympians on the roster. Each name below Qualified for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing events.
| Athlete | Hometown | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Bennett | Palisades Tahoe, CA | 34 | 3x Olympian |
| Breezy Johnson | Jackson Hole, WY | 30 | Prior gold |
| Ryan Cochran-Siegle | Starksboro, VT | 34 | 2 silvers |
| Paula Moltzan | Lakeville, MN | 32 | Prior bronze |
| Keely Cashman | Strawberry, CA | 27 | 2x Olympian |
| Sam Morse | Carrabassett Valley, ME | 30 | Olympic debut |
Selection criteria come from US Ski & Snowboard.
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How Does Team USA’s Ski & Snowboard History Look?
Industry insiders are noting a steady medal pipeline. Team USA Ski & Snowboard banked 17 medals at Milano Cortina 2026.
That total matched Beijing’s gold count and topped it in silver.
| Games | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan 2026 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 17 |
| Beijing 2022 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 15 |
| PyeongChang 2018 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| Sochi 2014 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 17 |
| Vancouver 2010 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 21 |
Deeper stats sit on teamusa.
What Does This Mean for Fans?
The 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing results confirm three things. Norway dominated the overall table.
The USA proved its depth in speed and technical racing. And Mikaela Shiffrin kept her legend growing.
Our team observed a home surge from Italy, powered by Brignone. The next stop is Dolomiti Valtellina 2028, then Alpes 2030. Expect alpine ski racing rivalries to carry straight into the new FIS World Cup season.
This chapter of the 2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing story is closed, but the racing never really stops.
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