Slovenian ski jumper Domen Prevc won the gold medal in the men's large hill event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games [1].
This victory cements Prevc's position as a dominant force in the sport and adds to the legacy of the Prevc family in international ski jumping. The result highlights Slovenia's continued strength in winter sports on the global stage.
The competition took place Feb. 14, 2026 [2] in Predazzo, Italy [3]. Prevc secured the gold medal by posting a total score of 301.8 points [1]. His performance allowed him to edge out a competitive field of international athletes during the final rounds.
Japan's Nikaido Ren earned the silver medal, while Kacper Tomasiak of Poland took home the bronze [1]. The event was held at the designated large hill ski jumping venue in Predazzo, which served as a key site for the Milano Cortina Games [3].
Prevc's path to the podium involved maintaining precision and distance across his jumps. The scoring in the large hill event accounts for both the distance reached and the style points awarded by judges. By achieving 301.8 points [1], Prevc outperformed his rivals to claim the top spot on the podium.
The event concluded with a medal ceremony featuring the three top jumpers. The victory for Slovenia marks a significant achievement for the nation's winter sports program during the 2026 Olympic cycle.
“Domen Prevc won the gold medal in the men's large hill event”
Prevc's gold medal underscores Slovenia's specialized expertise in ski jumping, a sport where the country consistently produces world-class talent. By securing the title at the Milano Cortina Games, Prevc not only achieves a personal career milestone but also maintains Slovenia's competitive edge against traditional winter sports powerhouses like Japan and Poland.
