Winter Olympics officials find fix for broken medals and promise repairs

February 10, 2026

TL;DR

Winter Olympic organizers have found a solution to the problem of medals cracking or breaking.
The issue stemmed from the medal's cord, which has a legally required breakaway mechanism designed to prevent choking.
This mechanism caused medals to fall off ribbons and, in some cases, break apart.
Athletes affected, including Breezy Johnson and Ebba Andersson, have reported their medals sustaining damage.
Organizers will repair any damaged medals awarded in the first three days of competition.
All medals are being rechecked as a precautionary measure.

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