Jordan Stolz, inspired by the 2010 Winter Olympics, won his first speedskating gold medal in the men’s 1,000 meters at the Milan Cortina Games, setting an Olympic record of 1:06.28. After a brief wait for a competitor’s re-skate, Stolz celebrated his victory, marking the first U.S. medal in this event since 2010. At just 21, he aims to secure more medals in upcoming races, having dominated the World Cup circuit this season. Stolz’s achievements have drawn comparisons to Eric Heiden, but he emphasizes his focus on sprint distances for now.
