Adele Nicoll Makes History as First British Woman in Olympic Monobob
Adele Nicoll is set to create British sporting history after being selected in Team GB's squad for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. The 29-year-old athlete from Welshpool will become the first British woman to compete in the monobob event at a Winter Games. Her selection marks a significant milestone for British bobsleigh and women's winter sport in the United Kingdom.
From Reserve to Pioneer: Nicoll's Olympic Journey
The monobob event was first introduced at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. At that time, Nicoll served as a travelling reserve for the two-woman bobsleigh team. Four years later, she will finally get her Olympic opportunity. In addition to her historic monobob participation, Nicoll has also been chosen as the pilot for the two-woman bobsleigh event in Italy. She will race alongside former Great Britain sprinter Ashleigh Nelson, forming a formidable partnership.
Dual-Sport Athlete with Impressive Credentials
Adele Nicoll's Olympic journey stands out due to her unique sporting background. She is a dual-sport athlete who has won the British shot put title three times. Her exceptional power and strength have facilitated a successful transition into bobsleigh. Later this year, she could also feature at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, demonstrating her rare ability to compete at elite levels in both summer and winter sports.
Team GB Bobsleigh and Skeleton Squads Announced
Team GB will have six athletes competing in bobsleigh events in Milan-Cortina. The squad includes:
- Brad Hall and Taylor Lawrence in the two-man competition
- Leon Greenwood and Greg Cackett joining them in the four-man bobsleigh event
The British team hopes for strong results after years of steady progress on the world stage, building momentum toward Olympic success.
Skeleton Riders Ready for Olympic Challenge
Alongside the bobsleigh squad, Team GB has confirmed its skeleton riders for the Games. The team includes:
- Matt Weston and Marcus Wyatt in the men's skeleton events
- Amelia Coltman, Freya Tarbit, and Tabby Stoecker in the women's competition
Weston arrives in Italy in top form, having recently become the first British man to win three overall skeleton World Cup titles. He achieved this by successfully defending his crown for a second consecutive season. Wyatt also enjoyed a strong campaign, finishing with a World Cup bronze medal.
Record-Breaking Performances in Women's Skeleton
In the women's field, Stoecker made headlines earlier this month. The 25-year-old became the first British woman in more than ten years to win an overall skeleton World Cup medal. She claimed bronze in Altenberg, Germany, ending a long wait for British success in this discipline.
Winter Olympics Schedule and Coverage
The 2026 Winter Olympics will take place from Friday, 6 February, to Sunday, 22 February. More than 450 hours of live action will be broadcast from Milan-Cortina, providing extensive coverage of all events including bobsleigh and skeleton competitions.
