LIVIGNO, 14 February 2026 – Australian freestyle skiing icon Jakara Anthony has etched her name into the history books once again, claiming a historic gold medal in the Olympic debut of Women’s Dual Moguls at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games. The victory comes as a monumental redemption for the 27-year-old, following a heartbreaking fall in the singles event earlier this week.
Redemption in the Duals
Just days after a devastating mistake in the singles moguls final saw her finish 8th and relinquish her 2022 Olympic title to American Elizabeth Lemley, Anthony returned to the Livigno course with clinical precision. In the inaugural Olympic Dual Moguls competition, Anthony breezed through the early rounds before facing Lemley in a high-stakes semi-final.
In a “dual of the titans,” Anthony outmanoeuvred the newly crowned singles champion to reach the gold medal round. By winning the final, Anthony becomes Australia’s first-ever dual gold medallist in Winter Olympic history and the first athlete to win gold in the Olympic debut of this discipline.
Career Highlights and Statistics
Jakara Anthony is widely regarded as Australia’s most successful winter sports athlete. Her dominance in the 2023/24 and 2024/25 FIS World Cup seasons set the stage for her historic performance in Italy. Below are the key facts and career milestones for the Olympic champion:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jakara Anthony OAM |
| Date of Birth | 8 July 1998 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Olympic Gold Medals | 2 (Beijing 2022 Singles, Milano-Cortina 2026 Duals) |
| World Cup Wins | 26+ (Most by any Australian freestyle skier) |
| 2023/24 Season Record | 14 wins out of 16 events |
The Road to Milano-Cortina
Anthony’s journey to the 2026 Games was marked by unprecedented consistency. During the 2023/24 season, she broke the record for the most mogul skiing wins in a single season by an Australian, surpassing the legendary Britt Cox. She entered the Milano-Cortina Games as the world number one, having secured her 42nd FIS World Cup medal in December 2024.
Despite the “absolute devastation” of her fall on Wednesday, 11 February, where she was the heavy favourite to defend her singles title, Anthony’s mental resilience has been the talking point of the Australian camp. Her ability to reset and dominate the head-to-head dual format has solidified her legacy as a pioneer of the sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Olympic gold medals does Jakara Anthony have?
As of 14 February 2026, Jakara Anthony has two Olympic gold medals. She won her first in the Women’s Moguls at Beijing 2022 and her second in the Women’s Dual Moguls at Milano-Cortina 2026.
What happened in the 2026 singles moguls final?
Despite being the defending champion and top qualifier, Anthony suffered a fall during her final run on 11 February 2026. This mistake resulted in an 8th-place finish, with the gold medal going to Elizabeth Lemley of the United States.
Is Jakara Anthony Australia’s most successful winter athlete?
Yes. With her 2026 gold medal and a record-breaking 42+ FIS World Cup podiums, she has surpassed previous records to become Australia’s most decorated winter sports athlete in terms of both major titles and World Cup victories.
What is Dual Moguls?
Dual Moguls is a freestyle skiing discipline where two skiers compete head-to-head on parallel courses. It made its official Olympic debut at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, where Jakara Anthony became the first-ever female gold medallist in the event.