Here are 12 athletes to watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics who are making history in their respective sports.
First up is figure skater Amber Glenn, a three-time US national champion and one of the most interesting and multi-faceted figure skaters in recent history. What sets her apart is not only her impressive skating skills but also her openness about mental health issues and ADHD. She's known for taking victory laps draped in Pride flags, making her a powerful symbol of LGBTQ+ rights.
Another athlete breaking barriers is Laila Edwards, who became the first Black woman to play on the US Olympic hockey team. Her journey to this moment was not without its challenges, however. In an interview with KARE 11, Edwards spoke about the struggles she faced as a woman of color in predominantly white sports.
Meanwhile, Tallulah Proulx is making history as the youngest Filipino person to qualify for the Winter Olympics, competing under the flag of the Philippines at just 17 years old. Though she may not medal, her entrance during the opening ceremony and slalom runs in Milano are sure to be memorable.
And then there's the remarkable story of Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira, two Belgian wives competing against each other in the skeleton competition at the Olympics. Their involvement is more than just a sweet love story - it's also about using their platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
In bobsleigh, Trinidad and Tobago is sending its first-ever team to the Winter Olympics, with one athlete, Micah Moore, converting from track to bobsleigh just five months ago. His reaction to his first "real" bobsleigh run is an unforgettable video that's sure to get your heart racing.
Lastly, athletes like Axel Brown, Shakeel John, De Aundre John, Xaverri Williams, and Micah Moore are breaking down barriers in their respective sports, representing Trinidad and Tobago for the first time ever. Their achievements are a powerful reminder of what's possible when athletes push boundaries and redefine what is achievable.
These athletes from around the world will undoubtedly make history at this year’s Winter Olympics - and we can't wait to see them shine on the biggest stage in sports.
First up is figure skater Amber Glenn, a three-time US national champion and one of the most interesting and multi-faceted figure skaters in recent history. What sets her apart is not only her impressive skating skills but also her openness about mental health issues and ADHD. She's known for taking victory laps draped in Pride flags, making her a powerful symbol of LGBTQ+ rights.
Another athlete breaking barriers is Laila Edwards, who became the first Black woman to play on the US Olympic hockey team. Her journey to this moment was not without its challenges, however. In an interview with KARE 11, Edwards spoke about the struggles she faced as a woman of color in predominantly white sports.
Meanwhile, Tallulah Proulx is making history as the youngest Filipino person to qualify for the Winter Olympics, competing under the flag of the Philippines at just 17 years old. Though she may not medal, her entrance during the opening ceremony and slalom runs in Milano are sure to be memorable.
And then there's the remarkable story of Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira, two Belgian wives competing against each other in the skeleton competition at the Olympics. Their involvement is more than just a sweet love story - it's also about using their platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
In bobsleigh, Trinidad and Tobago is sending its first-ever team to the Winter Olympics, with one athlete, Micah Moore, converting from track to bobsleigh just five months ago. His reaction to his first "real" bobsleigh run is an unforgettable video that's sure to get your heart racing.
Lastly, athletes like Axel Brown, Shakeel John, De Aundre John, Xaverri Williams, and Micah Moore are breaking down barriers in their respective sports, representing Trinidad and Tobago for the first time ever. Their achievements are a powerful reminder of what's possible when athletes push boundaries and redefine what is achievable.
These athletes from around the world will undoubtedly make history at this year’s Winter Olympics - and we can't wait to see them shine on the biggest stage in sports.
! It's amazing to see people breaking down barriers and pushing boundaries in their respective sports... like, I mean, a Black woman playing hockey? That's mind-blowing 
. And those Belgian wives competing against each other? That's love on the ice 
. But what really gets me is that they're not just doing it for themselves, but to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights too 
. It's like, we get it, sports can be super macho and stuff, but athletes are totally changing that game 
. Can't wait to see these amazing people shine at the Olympics! 
, and Amber Glenn is a total inspiration with her mental health openness 
, I'm loving the Pride flags lap thing she does after winning 
. And Tallulah Proulx is just so young but already making waves for the Philippines, that's amazing! 
! I mean, Amber Glenn's mental health bravery is literally giving me chills 
, and Laila Edwards' Olympic hockey debut is a total game-changer 
! And can we talk about Tallulah Proulx being the youngest Filipino athlete to make it to the Olympics at just 17?! 
that's insane! 
it's not just a romance, it's an LGBTQ+ movement 
, especially Micah Moore's adorable reaction to his first "real" run 
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these athletes are so inspiring, its amazing how they're using their platform to break barriers & promote love & acceptance 
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. It's so inspiring to see people from different backgrounds coming together to represent their countries. I mean, have you seen Amber Glenn's skating skills? She's a total rockstar 
! But what I think is even more amazing is how she's using her platform to talk about mental health and ADHD. It's like, we need more athletes speaking up about their struggles, you know? 
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! That's like, total dedication, right? I'm definitely rooting for him (and Trinidad and Tobago) 
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and I'm already imagining her slalom runs in Milano! 
These athletes are breaking barriers and redefining what's possible in sports, can't wait to see them shine on the Olympics stage! 
️ Athletes like Laila Edwards are proving that mental toughness & perseverance can take you far, not just in sports but life too 
And have you seen Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira in action? It's like they're trying to out-love each other on the bobsleigh track! 
Anyway, it's awesome that these athletes are pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible – who knows, maybe one day we'll see a Trinidadian bobsleigh team doing victory laps with Pride flags 
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And can we talk about Laila Edwards' journey? She's an inspiration to anyone who's ever felt like they don't quite fit in. I'm also loving the love story between Kim and Nicole - skeleton bobsleigh is not exactly a sport for rom-coms, but these two make it look easy 
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