Germany capped off a dominant luge campaign at the Milano Cortina Olympics with team relay gold, securing their fifth medal in five events at the Cortina sliding track.
The German sextet of Julia Taubitz, Max Langenhan, Tobias Wendl, Tobias Arlt, Jessica Degenhardt, and Cheyenne Rosenthal delivered a commanding performance in the team relay to complete a perfect medal haul across all luge disciplines. The gold medal represented the culmination of Germany's exceptional form throughout the Olympic sliding competitions.
Taubitz, who had already claimed individual glory earlier in the Games, anchored the German effort with another strong run. The team's seamless transitions and technical precision proved too much for their competitors, as Germany extended its historical dominance in Olympic luge events.
Perfect Record in Cortina
The team relay gold marked Germany's fifth consecutive medal in the luge events at these Olympics, an extraordinary achievement that underscores the nation's depth and excellence in the sport. From singles to doubles to the team event, German sliders proved unbeatable on the challenging Cortina track.
The victory adds another chapter to Germany's storied luge legacy at the Winter Olympics. The team's ability to perform under pressure in the final sliding event of the Games demonstrated both individual talent and cohesive teamwork.
Ice Hockey Action Heats Up
Beyond the sliding track, German fans had more to celebrate as Leon Draisaitl and the German ice hockey team got off to a lightning start in their Olympic campaign. The Edmonton Oilers star led his team with an impressive opening performance, giving Germany momentum in the tournament.
The combination of luge dominance and a strong ice hockey start provided a memorable day for German winter sports, showcasing the nation's strength across multiple disciplines at Milano Cortina 2026.
