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Great Britain's Speed Skating Struggles: 25 Years Behind

2/21/2026

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Great Britain's short track speed skating has declined and is 25 years behind top competitors.
Niall Treacy, sole British competitor at Milan-Cortina 2026, crashed in three events and finished ninth in the 1500m final.
In 2018, GB sent five athletes with medal hopes, but no podiums led to funding drop from £4.8 million to under £2 million.
Jon Eley, head of performance, says improved facilities are needed to rebuild sport.

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Great Britain's short track speed skating has declined and is 25 years behind top competitors.
Niall Treacy, sole British competitor at Milan-Cortina 2026, crashed in three events and finished ninth in the 1500m final.
In 2018, GB sent five athletes with medal hopes, but no podiums led to funding drop from £4.8 million to under £2 million.
Jon Eley, head of performance, says improved facilities are needed to rebuild sport.