Minnesota Olympians Dominate 2026 Winter Games

Residents of the North Star State won the most medals of any state, including 10 golds.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Minnesota athletes had an outstanding performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, winning a total of 13 medals - 10 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. This was the highest medal count of any U.S. state, surpassing Michigan, California, and Colorado. Several Minnesotans were part of the historic U.S. women's and men's ice hockey teams that both won gold medals.

Why it matters

Minnesota's impressive Olympic showing highlights the state's deep talent pool across winter sports, from hockey to cross-country skiing. This success is a point of pride for Minnesotans and demonstrates the state's continued athletic excellence on the global stage.

The details

Minnesota athletes won a total of 13 medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics, the most of any U.S. state. This included 10 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals. Several Minnesotans were part of the U.S. women's and men's ice hockey teams that both won gold medals, defeating Canada in overtime. Other Minnesota medalists included a silver in mixed doubles curling, a bronze in team alpine combined women's skiing, and a bronze in 10-kilometer freestyle women's cross-country skiing.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics were held in Milan and Cortina, Italy.
  • The games concluded on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Team USA

The United States Olympic team, which surpassed its previous Winter Games gold medal record, winning 12 golds in 2026.

Grace Zumwinkle

A Minnesota native on the gold medal-winning U.S. women's ice hockey team.

Jessie Diggins

A Minnesota native who won a bronze medal in 10-kilometer freestyle women's cross-country skiing.

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The takeaway

Minnesota's impressive Olympic performance, with athletes winning the most medals of any U.S. state, solidifies the state's reputation as a winter sports powerhouse. This success is a source of great pride for Minnesotans and demonstrates the depth of athletic talent the state continues to produce.