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French Bobsleigh Team Falters at Start, Misses Gold in 2026 Olympics

At the 2026 Winter Olympics, France’s four‑man bobsleigh team was poised for gold but a foot‑stuck start cost them the podium, while Canada’s next run could not surpass the French performance.

During day 15 of the Winter Olympics, the French four‑man bobsleigh squad was in contention for gold. A mishap at the start—one rider’s foot got stuck—caused a critical delay, pushing the team off the podium and leaving them with a silver finish.

Canada’s next run was watched closely, but the team could not improve on the French performance. In the workshop, a technician was seen carefully waxing a sleigh, preparing for the next day’s events.