Team USA’s Mia Manganello Wins Bronze in Women’s Mass Start

American speedskater Mia Manganello secured a bronze medal in the women’s mass start at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium during her final Olympic race on February 21, 2026. At 36, Manganello made a strong push in the last lap, finishing behind gold medalist Marjike Groenewoud of the Netherlands and silver medalist Ivanie Blondin of Canada. This marks Manganello’s first individual Olympic medal after previously winning bronze in the team pursuit at the 2018 Games. Her achievement contributed to the U.S. team’s total of 31 medals at the 2026 Olympics.

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