Winter Olympics 2026: Jordan Stolz barely misses podium in chaotic mass start
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Key Points:
- Jordan Stolz, the American speedskating star, missed out on a fourth medal at the Olympics after failing to contend for gold in the chaotic mass start race, which was won by Jorrit Bergsma of the Netherlands.
- Bergsma and Denmark’s Viktor Hald Thorup broke away early and maintained a significant lead, leaving Stolz to compete for third place, which he ultimately lost to Italy’s Andrea Giovannini.
- Stolz waited too long to attack, citing the need to conserve energy for a strong finish, but felt other medal contenders were reluctant to collaborate in chasing the leaders, effectively neutralizing his chances.
- Had Stolz won the mass start, he would have been the first man in
