Oldham Leads Freeski Big Air Qualifiers, Secures Top Spot
Megan Oldham has made a remarkable impression at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. On February 14, 2026, she secured her spot at the top of the freeski big air qualifiers, finishing first with an impressive score of 171.75.
Oldham’s Performance in Freeski Big Air Qualifiers
This achievement mirrors her previous performance at the Beijing 2022 Olympics, where she also topped the qualifiers. During the qualifying rounds, athletes compete by performing up to three jumps; their two best scores count. Oldham stood out with her first jump, scoring 91.25, the only participant to break 90 points that day.
Despite a second jump that scored 56 points, Oldham secured her top position with a solid third jump, earning 80.5 points.
Close Competition
Ailing Eileen Gu from China, the defending Olympic champion, followed closely behind, finishing second with a score just one point lower than Oldham. The competition also saw another Canadian, Naomi Urness, qualify for the finals by finishing seventh with a score of 161.25.
- Megan Oldham: 1st place, score: 171.75
- Ailing Eileen Gu: 2nd place, score: 170.75
- Naomi Urness: 7th place, score: 161.25
- Skye Clarke: 17th place
- Elena Gaskell: 20th place
Oldham’s Recent Achievements
Oldham has established herself as a prominent athlete in the international freeski scene. She won a bronze medal at the FIS World Championships in 2023 and secured gold at the X Games the same year. By January 2026, she had achieved a total of 11 career World Cup podium finishes, including four victories.
Looking Ahead to the Finals
Following her strong qualifying performance, Oldham expressed confidence about the upcoming 12-woman final on Monday. She appreciates the advantage of going last, allowing her to observe her competitors and adjust her strategy accordingly.
Oldham’s aim is clear: to capture her first Olympic gold, building on her bronze medal success earlier in the week in the slopestyle event. With her resolve and talent, the final promises to be a thrilling contest.
