MILAN, 22 February 2026 – Canadian freestyle skier Amy Fraser has concluded her 2026 Winter Olympic campaign in Milan-Cortina, finishing just outside the medals in a highly competitive women’s freeski halfpipe final. Fraser, who entered the Games as one of the few athletes to have bested defending champion Eileen Gu in recent years, delivered a strong performance but ultimately placed fourth as the podium was claimed by China and Great Britain.
Olympic Final Results
The women’s halfpipe final, originally scheduled for Saturday, 21 February, was postponed by 24 hours due to heavy snowfall in the Italian Alps. When competition resumed today, Fraser faced a world-class field. Despite a technical and clean run that earned her a score of 88.00, she remained in fourth position, trailing Team GB’s Zoe Atkin, who secured the bronze.
China’s Eileen Gu successfully defended her Olympic title, continuing her dominance in the discipline. Fraser’s teammate, Rachael Karker, also competed in the 12-skier final, while two-time Olympic medallist Cassie Sharpe was forced to withdraw following a significant crash during the qualifying rounds earlier in the week.
Career Highlights and Stats
Fraser’s rise in the freestyle skiing world has been rapid. After beginning her ski halfpipe training only six years prior to her Olympic debut at Beijing 2022, she has become a consistent podium threat on the World Cup circuit. Her victory at Mammoth Mountain in 2024 remains a career milestone, as she became the only skier to defeat Eileen Gu in a major contest since the 2022 Games.
| Event/Competition | Result/Achievement | Date/Season |
|---|---|---|
| Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics | 4th Place | 22 February 2026 |
| Aspen World Cup | Bronze Medal | 2 February 2025 |
| X Games Aspen | 4th Place | January 2025 |
| Mammoth Mountain World Cup | Gold Medal | 2 February 2024 |
| World Cup Season 2021-22 | Three Top-10 Finishes | 2021-2022 |
Road to Milano Cortina
Fraser entered the 2025-26 season with significant momentum. In January 2026, she placed fourth at the X Games in Aspen, narrowly missing the podium behind Zoe Atkin. Her qualifying performance in Italy saw her advance to the finals in seventh place with a score of 81.75, before improving significantly in the final round today.
A native of Calgary, Alberta, Fraser is an alumna of the University of Calgary. She has been a member of the Canadian national team since 2019 and is widely regarded as a leader within the “small but mighty” Alberta ski community where she first developed her passion for the sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Amy Fraser win a medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics?
No, Amy Fraser finished in 4th place in the women’s freeski halfpipe final on 22 February 2026, with a top score of 88.00.
Who is the only skier to beat Eileen Gu in recent years?
Amy Fraser earned this distinction by winning the World Cup gold at Mammoth Mountain in February 2024, finishing ahead of Eileen Gu.
What happened to the other Canadian skiers in the 2026 final?
Rachael Karker competed alongside Fraser in the final, while Cassie Sharpe qualified in third place but was unable to start the final due to a crash during the qualification session.