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Aussie Winter Olympians Chase Gold in Italy
14 Jan
Summary
- Australia targets multiple medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Jakara Anthony aims for consecutive gold in moguls.
- Scotty James seeks elusive Winter Olympic gold medal.
The 25th Winter Olympics are set to begin in Italy next month, starting on February 6th, with Australia anticipating a team of around 50 competitors. This year, the Australian contingent harbors strong medal aspirations, potentially exceeding their previous best performance of four medals achieved in Beijing.
Several athletes are highlighted as strong medal contenders. Moguls specialist Jakara Anthony, already a gold medalist, aims for a historic consecutive victory. In snowboarding, Scotty James, a multiple world champion, is determined to secure the elusive Winter Olympic gold medal that has so far eluded him. Other medal hopefuls include aerial skier Danielle Scott and slopestyle snowboarder Tess Coady.
The Australian team also features rising stars like moguls skier Abi Wilson and freeski halfpipe competitor Abi Brown, who has already achieved significant World Cup success at a young age. The preparation for these athletes has been intense, with recent strong performances in World Cup events signaling their readiness for the global stage.
