US Moms in Their 40s Win Olympic Gold and Bronze

US Moms in Their 40s Win Olympic Gold and Bronze

In a thrilling performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, two U.S. mothers, Elana Meyers Taylor and Kaillie Humphreys, triumphed in the women's monobob event, securing gold and bronze respectively.

Both athletes have demonstrated remarkable resilience, balancing their Olympic aspirations with the challenges of motherhood. Meyers Taylor, a mother to two sons, became the first Black woman with the most Winter Olympics medals after her victory. Humphries, who gave birth to her son in 2024, has now secured three gold medals and two bronze in the event.

Their achievements not only highlight individual success but also contribute to gender equality in bobsled sports, as they played a key role in ensuring the women's monobob event is now part of the Winter Games.