Matt Weston is determined to turn the spotlight on him as the clear favourite into a moment of Olympic history by delivering Great Britain’s first-ever men’s skeleton gold medal. The 28-year-old athlete has established himself as the leading force in men’s skeleton, capturing back-to-back world titles and recently clinching his third consecutive World Cup overall win.
Heading into Milan-Cortina 2026, Weston carries both the weight of high expectations and the confidence built from years of success. Training at the University of Bath, he has been diligently preparing not only his physical performance but also his mental resilience. Weston works closely with sports psychologists to keep his focus sharp and pressure manageable, ensuring that he can perform at his very best when it counts.
“The overwhelming feeling is excitement,” Weston shares. “The pressure from past success is real, but it also boosts my confidence. It’s about trusting my process and focusing on executing each race step by step without overthinking.”
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British skeleton has dramatically improved since their disappointing outing at Beijing 2022, where Weston finished 15th. That result triggered a £1.7 million funding cut and marked a turning point for the team. The squad has since bounced back emphatically, with Weston and fellow Brit Marcus Wyatt dominating the World Cup circuit, collectively winning every event this season. The British team, including promising female slider Tabby Stoecker, is sending a strong five-strong delegation to the Games, with medal hopes also high in the women’s and mixed team events.
Reflecting on Beijing, Weston acknowledges the valuable lessons learned from the campaign and the equipment failures that hampered results. “That experience was tough but necessary,” he says. “It pushed changes in the programme and forced personal growth. I wouldn’t be in the position I am today without it.”
With a much-improved environment and equipment, Weston approaches this Olympics with renewed optimism and focus. Fans in the UK can catch all the live action from Milan-Cortina 2026 on TNT Sports via discovery+, offering over 850 hours of comprehensive Winter Games coverage.