In a remarkable athletic achievement, Trinidad and Tobago’s national bobsleigh team has officially qualified for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. The prestigious event, scheduled from February 6-22, 2026, will feature the Caribbean nation competing against the world’s top bobsleigh programs.
The Trinidadian contingent, currently ranked among the global top 17 bobsleigh nations, will contest both the two-man and four-man bobsleigh events. The team roster includes athletes Axel Brown, Shakeel John, De Aundre John, Xaverri Williams, and Micah Moore, under the guidance of coach Lee Johnston.
This Olympic qualification follows months of impressive international performances that demonstrated the team’s competitive capabilities. Particularly noteworthy was their strong showing at the Park City Leg of the North American Cup during November-December 2023, where the team consistently finished multiple races within the top ten positions.
The Sport Company of Trinidad and Tobago officially confirmed the achievement through their social media channels, stating: “Congratulations to team Trinidad and Tobago on qualifying for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games!”
Notably, Jamaica’s bobsleigh program has also secured qualification in both men’s and women’s categories, marking a significant moment for Caribbean representation at winter sports’ premier international competition.