Kingsbury Secures Canada’s First Gold at Milan Cortina Games
Livigno, Italy – Mikaël Kingsbury has delivered Canada its first gold medal of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, triumphing in the inaugural men’s dual moguls competition on Sunday, February 15th. This victory marks a historic moment for both Kingsbury and the Canadian team.
A Fitting Finale for “The King”
The 33-year-old Kingsbury, widely regarded as the most accomplished freestyle skier of all time, added to his already impressive Olympic legacy. This gold medal is his second career Olympic gold, eight years after his first in Pyeongchang. It also represents a particularly poignant moment, likely being his final appearance at the Games.
Dual Moguls Debut & Kingsbury’s Dominance
The competition took place at the Livigno Aerials and Moguls Park. Kingsbury showcased his skill throughout the event, with competitors like Korea’s Jung Daeyoon and Japan’s Takuya Shimakawa falling during their runs. He faced Japan’s Ikuma Horishima, a three-time world champion, in the final ski off.
“I don’t think getting to the bottom was very hard. It was hard to go swift. It was very sharp. And that was my key today, being fast with my absorption.”
Mikaël Kingsbury, via CBC Sports
Horishima finished first, but his speed into the final jump proved to be his undoing. Kingsbury’s control and execution of a 1080 rotation earned him a score of 30, compared to Horishima’s 5, securing the gold.
Silver Lining and Previous Competition
This victory comes after Kingsbury previously secured a silver medal in the individual men’s moguls event, where he tied with Australia’s Cooper Woods but lost on a tiebreak based on turn scores.
Fifth Olympic Medal
This gold medal is Kingsbury’s fifth Olympic medal overall. He was Canada’s flagbearer at the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Games.
Medal Standings
- Gold: Mikaël Kingsbury (Canada)
- Silver: Ikuma Horishima (Japan)
- Bronze: Matt Graham (Australia)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dual moguls?
Dual moguls is a head-to-head freestyle skiing competition where two skiers race down identical mogul courses simultaneously.
How many Olympic medals does Mikaël Kingsbury have?
Mikaël Kingsbury has five Olympic medals, including two gold medals.
Where were the 2026 Winter Olympics held?
The 2026 Winter Olympics were held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy.
Kingsbury’s gold medal marks a significant milestone for Canada at the Milan Cortina Games and solidifies his place as a legend in freestyle skiing.