German Bobsledder Laura Nolte Wins Olympic Gold

Kaillie Humphries Armbruster earns her sixth Olympic medal

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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German bobsledder Laura Nolte maintained her lead to claim Olympic gold at the 2026 Winter Games in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Meanwhile, Canadian-American bobsledder Kaillie Humphries Armbruster earned her sixth Olympic medal.

Why it matters

Nolte's victory continues Germany's dominance in bobsled, a sport the country has excelled in for decades. Humphries Armbruster's latest medal cements her status as one of the most decorated Winter Olympians of all time.

The details

Nolte, 24, led throughout the competition and held on to win the gold medal. Humphries Armbruster, 36, took home the silver medal, adding to her impressive career haul that includes two gold, two silver, and two bronze medals.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics took place from February 6-22 in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

The players

Laura Nolte

A 24-year-old German bobsledder who won the gold medal in the event.

Kaillie Humphries Armbruster

A 36-year-old Canadian-American bobsledder who won the silver medal, her sixth Olympic medal overall.

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What they’re saying

“I'm so proud to have won gold for Germany. This is a dream come true.”

— Laura Nolte (nhregister.com)

“Winning another medal is always special, but I'm most proud of the longevity of my career and being able to compete at this level for so long.”

— Kaillie Humphries Armbruster (nhregister.com)

What’s next

Nolte and Humphries Armbruster are expected to compete in the 2030 Winter Olympics, where they will look to add to their medal hauls.

The takeaway

Germany's continued dominance in bobsled and Kaillie Humphries Armbruster's remarkable career longevity highlight the dedication and skill required to succeed at the highest levels of winter sports.