Skeleton sled racing is drawing the internet's attention. Could the U.S. win a medal?

NPR | By Brian Mann

Published February 15, 2026 at 7:45 AM CST

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Ukrainian skeleton sled racing athlete Vladyslav Herskevych drew attention to his sport after being disqualified for wearing a controversial helmet at the Winter Olympics.

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Brian Mann is NPR's first national addiction correspondent. He also covers breaking news in the U.S. and around the world.