Skeleton world No.1 Matt Weston feels “pressure” to win Olympic gold at Milano Cortina 2026

Weston finished 15th on his Olympic debut at Beijing 2022, just two years after making his World Cup debut. Since then, he has become a dominant force in the sport, winning European and World Championship titles in quick succession.

Reflecting on his rise, Weston said: “That first world title was unexpected. I was still the underdog. But the next season I became the guy with the target on my back. It was tough, but I’ve grown to enjoy that role.”

With training stints planned in Norway, Austria, and Italy, Weston is clear about his goal: “I’m looking to come home with the gold medal.”

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