Axel Jungk Secures Double Silver at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, 17 February 2026 — German skeleton veteran Axel Jungk has cemented his legacy as one of the sport’s most consistent performers, securing two silver medals over the past week at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Competing at the brand-new sliding centre in Cortina d’Ampezzo, the 34-year-old Sachsen-born athlete successfully defended his individual silver from Beijing 2022 before adding a second medal in the inaugural mixed team event.
Individual Success: Back-to-Back Olympic Silver
On Friday, 13 February 2026, Axel Jungk claimed the silver medal in the Men’s Skeleton Singles. While Great Britain’s Matt Weston dominated the field to become the first British man to win Olympic skeleton gold, Jungk showcased remarkable technical precision to lead the chasing pack.
Jungk finished with a total time that placed him 0.88 seconds behind Weston, but crucially ahead of his long-time teammate and rival, Christopher Grotheer, who took the bronze. This result mirrors Jungk’s performance four years ago in Beijing, where he also finished in the silver medal position behind a dominant gold medallist.
Men’s Skeleton Singles Results (13 February 2026)
| Rank | Athlete | Nationality | Total Time / Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matt Weston | Great Britain | 3:43.33 |
| 2 | Axel Jungk | Germany | +0.88 |
| 3 | Christopher Grotheer | Germany | +1.15 |
Historic Silver in the Mixed Team Debut
Two days ago, on 15 February 2026, Jungk returned to the track for the first-ever Olympic Mixed Team Skeleton event. Partnering with Susanne Kreher—who also won silver in the women’s individual race—the German duo engaged in a thrilling battle for the podium.
The pair clocked a combined time of 1:59.53, finishing just 0.17 seconds behind the British gold medallists, Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker. In a testament to the depth of German sliding, Jungk and Kreher edged out their compatriots, Jacqueline Pfeifer and Christopher Grotheer, by a mere 0.01 seconds to secure the silver medal.
The Career of a Skeleton Specialist
Born on 5 March 1991 in Zschopau, Axel Jungk has been a staple of the German national team for over a decade. Representing BSC Sachsen Oberbarenburg, the 184 cm athlete has now competed in three consecutive Winter Olympics (PyeongChang 2018, Beijing 2022, and Milano Cortina 2026).
Olympic Medal Record
- Milano Cortina 2026: Silver (Men’s Singles)
- Milano Cortina 2026: Silver (Mixed Team)
- Beijing 2022: Silver (Men’s Singles)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many Olympic medals does Axel Jungk have?
As of February 2026, Axel Jungk has won three Olympic silver medals. He won his first in the men’s singles at Beijing 2022, and two more at Milano Cortina 2026 (one in singles and one in the mixed team event).
Who won the gold medal in the 2026 Men’s Skeleton?
Matt Weston of Great Britain won the gold medal in the Men’s Skeleton at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games, finishing ahead of Axel Jungk.
What is the Mixed Team Skeleton event?
The Mixed Team Skeleton made its Olympic debut in 2026. It involves one male and one female athlete from the same nation whose times are combined over two heats to determine the winner.
Where is Axel Jungk from?
Axel Jungk is from Zschopau, Saxony (Sachsen), Germany. He represents the club BSC Sachsen Oberbarenburg.