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The 2026 Winter Olympics are in the books, following an eventful two weeks of competition. Norway finished the Milan Cortina Games atop the medal count standings, followed by the United States and host nation Italy.
Every time the Olympics roll around, we witness some breakout star performances, and this year was no different.
From American speed skater Jordan Stolz to figure skating gold medalist Alysa Liu and Team USA hockey heroes Jack Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck, there are several new worldwide stars.
MORE: Final 2026 Winter Olympics medal count, standings
But how about the top earners from the Games?
Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Auston Matthews (34) of the United States and Connor Hellebuyck (37) of the United States celebrate their gold medals against Canada in the men’s ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Forbes compiled a list of the five highest-paid athletes at the Winter Olympics, with San Francisco-born freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu, who represents China, topping the list at a whopping $23 million. Gu took home three medals at the Milan Cortina Games: one gold and two silvers.
Following Gu on the list is Team USA hockey captain Auston Matthews ($20 million) and American alpine skier Lindsey Vonn ($8 million) to round out the top three.
A complete look at the top five highest-earning athletes from the Milan Cortina Games can be seen below.
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The next Olympic spot will take place with the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, California, from July 15 to July 30. It marks the third time that Los Angeles will be hosting the Summer Olympics.
The 2028 Games will feature more than 351 events, including new events with cricket, flag football, lacrosse, and squash.
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Every time the Olympics roll around, we witness some breakout star performances, and this year was no different.
From American speed skater Jordan Stolz to figure skating gold medalist Alysa Liu and Team USA hockey heroes Jack Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck, there are several new worldwide stars.
MORE: Final 2026 Winter Olympics medal count, standings
But how about the top earners from the Games?
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Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Auston Matthews (34) of the United States and Connor Hellebuyck (37) of the United States celebrate their gold medals against Canada in the men’s ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Forbes compiled a list of the five highest-paid athletes at the Winter Olympics, with San Francisco-born freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu, who represents China, topping the list at a whopping $23 million. Gu took home three medals at the Milan Cortina Games: one gold and two silvers.
Following Gu on the list is Team USA hockey captain Auston Matthews ($20 million) and American alpine skier Lindsey Vonn ($8 million) to round out the top three.
A complete look at the top five highest-earning athletes from the Milan Cortina Games can be seen below.
MORE: Eileen Gu shares heartbreaking personal news after Olympic gold defense
Five highest-earning athletes from the 2026 Winter Olympics
The next Olympic spot will take place with the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, California, from July 15 to July 30. It marks the third time that Los Angeles will be hosting the Summer Olympics.
The 2028 Games will feature more than 351 events, including new events with cricket, flag football, lacrosse, and squash.
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OLYMPICS: Final 2026 Winter Olympics medal count, standings
NFL: Predicting the 2026 NFL free agent signings
MLB: Detroit Tigers drop unreal alternate jerseys for 2026 MLB season
NBA: Charlotte Hornets share update after LaMelo Ball’s car crash
NHL: 2026 Winter Olympics men’s hockey, NHL payrolls for final four teams
SPORTS MEDIA: Olympics reporter apologizes for drinking, slurring words during live segment
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