Switzerland and Italy Shine in Bobsled and Luge Events

The sliding sports at Milano-Cortina 2026 have witnessed some of the most thrilling races in Olympic history, with the host nation Italy and their alpine neighbors Switzerland leading the charge down the legendary Eugenio Monti track. The Italian bobsled teams have embraced the pressure of competing at home, with pilot Stefania Constantini and her crew delivering a masterful performance in the two-woman event that had the Italian crowd on their feet. The mens four-man competition saw Switzerlands experienced crews demonstrate the precision and teamwork that has made them a dominant force in the sport for decades. These athletes navigate the challenging turns of the Cortina track at speeds exceeding 140 kilometers per hour, requiring split-second timing and perfect coordination between all team members. The luge events have been equally spectacular, with German veteran Felix Loch showcasing the experience that has made him one of the sports all-time greats, while young Italian sensation Dominik Fischnaller has electrified the home crowd with fearless runs that push the limits of whats possible on a luge sled.