Franjo von Allmen Leads Olympic Downhill at Milano Cortina 2026
London, 7 February 2026 – Swiss alpine sensation Franjo von Allmen is on the verge of securing his first Olympic gold medal today at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Following the opening 15 racers in the men’s downhill event in Bormio, von Allmen holds a commanding lead, having unseated pre-race favourites including compatriot Marco Odermatt. This performance follows a dominant run of form for the 24-year-old, who entered the Olympics as the reigning world champion and the winner of the final World Cup downhill before the Games.
Olympic Breakthrough in Bormio
The men’s downhill, the first blue-riband event of the 2026 Winter Olympics, has seen von Allmen deliver an exceptional run on the Stelvio course. After unseating early leader Alexis Monney and holding off a challenge from Marco Odermatt, von Allmen currently sits at the top of the standings. His closest challenger thus far has been Italy’s Giovanni Franzoni, who trails the Swiss leader by 0.20 seconds. The performance solidifies von Allmen’s transition from a rising talent to the premier speed specialist in world skiing.
Recent Form and World Cup Success
Von Allmen’s Olympic momentum was built on a series of historic victories during the 2025/26 season. On 1 February 2026, just six days prior to the Olympic downhill, he secured a dominant victory at the World Cup in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, finishing with a time of 1:55.00. This was his second downhill win of the season and his fourth career World Cup victory. Earlier in the season, he also claimed a Super-G victory in Wengen, marking his first win in that discipline.
Key Facts: Franjo von Allmen
The following table outlines the professional profile and recent achievements of the Swiss athlete as of February 2026.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Franjo von Allmen |
| Date of Birth | 24 July 2001 |
| Nationality | Swiss (Boltigen, SUI) |
| Primary Disciplines | Downhill, Super-G |
| Major Titles | World Downhill Champion (2025) |
| Olympic Status | Current leader, Men’s Downhill (7 February 2026) |
| Professional Background | Trained Carpenter |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franjo von Allmen’s recent competition record?
In the week leading up to the 2026 Olympics, von Allmen won the World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana on 1 February 2026. He also holds the title of the youngest man to win the downhill at the World Alpine Skiing Championships in 36 years, following his victory in 2025.
What equipment does von Allmen use?
Franjo von Allmen competes using Head skis and equipment, which he utilised during his back-to-back victories in Crans-Montana and his current Olympic run.
How did he perform in the Olympic training sessions?
Von Allmen showed consistent pace throughout the official training sessions in Bormio, maintaining a top-tier presence in the second official training run before the medal event on 7 February.