Canadian freestyle skier Megan Oldham won the gold medal in the women’s big-air competition at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics [1].
The victory marks a significant achievement for Canada's winter sports program, securing the nation's second gold medal of the current Games [2].
Oldham secured the top spot on the podium during the event held on Feb. 16, 2026 [3]. The competition took place in Livigno, Italy, which served as the designated venue for the women's big-air event [4].
To earn the gold, Oldham posted a combined score of 180.75 points [1]. This total was calculated from her best two runs out of three attempts. Her performance outscored the other nine women who competed in the final [2].
The result places Oldham at the peak of the freestyle skiing discipline for this Olympic cycle. The big-air event requires athletes to launch from a massive jump to perform complex aerial maneuvers, with judges scoring based on difficulty, execution, and landing.
Canada's success in Livigno contributes to a broader momentum for the national team during the 2026 Winter Games. The victory in the big-air event highlights Canada's continued dominance in freestyle skiing, a discipline where the country has historically remained competitive on the global stage.
“Megan Oldham won the gold medal in the women’s big-air competition”
Oldham's victory reinforces Canada's status as a powerhouse in freestyle skiing. By securing a gold medal in the big-air event, Canada maintains its competitive edge in high-difficulty aerial disciplines, contributing to the country's overall medal count and prestige at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.
