Winter Olympics 2026 Medal Table: Norway Leads as Competition Intensifies
London, 10 February 2026 – The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games have entered their fourth day of official competition, with Norway currently occupying the top spot in the medal standings. Following the conclusion of events on 9 February, the battle for supremacy has narrowed between the traditional winter powerhouses of Norway and the United States, while host nation Italy remains firmly in the top five after a strong opening weekend.
Current Standings: Milano Cortina 2026
As of the morning of 10 February 2026, Norway leads the table, bolstered by their historical dominance in cross-country skiing and biathlon. Switzerland and the United States are currently tied for second place in gold medal counts, while Italy has capitalised on home-ice advantage to secure nine total medals. Meanwhile, Team GB continues its search for a first podium finish following a narrow defeat in the mixed doubles curling bronze medal match.
| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 2 | Switzerland | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 2 | United States | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 4 | Italy | 1 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| 5 | Japan | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 |
Historical Context and All-Time Records
Norway enters the 2026 Games as the most successful nation in the history of the Winter Olympics. Before the start of the Milano Cortina events, Norway held a record 405 total medals, including 148 golds. The United States remains the only nation to have won at least one gold medal at every single Winter Olympic Games since the inaugural event in Chamonix in 1924.
All-Time Winter Olympic Leaders (Pre-2026)
| Nation | Gold Medals | Total Medals |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | 148 | 405 |
| United States | 114 | 330 |
| Germany | 105 | 267 |
| Soviet Union* | 78 | 194 |
| Canada | 77 | 225 |
*The Soviet Union competed from 1956 to 1988.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the first gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics?
The first gold medal of the Milano Cortina 2026 Games was won by Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen on the opening day of competition.
How many gold medals are available at the 2026 Winter Olympics?
There are a total of 116 gold medals to be awarded across all disciplines during the 2026 Winter Games.
Which country holds the record for the most gold medals at a single Winter Olympics?
Norway holds the record for the most gold medals won at a single Games, securing 16 gold medals during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Canada holds the record for the most gold medals won by a host nation, with 14 at Vancouver 2010.
Has Great Britain won a medal in 2026 yet?
As of 10 February 2026, Great Britain has not yet secured a medal. The mixed doubles curling team of Bruce Mouat and Jennifer Dodds finished just outside the podium places on 9 February.