Tim Reynolds delivered two exclusive stories from the bobsled and skeleton world championships in Lake Placid, New York, while also securing exclusive access to documents related to the city’s bid to serve as a competition site for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.
Reynolds’ deep connections within the sliding community allowed him to uncover the financial, political, and logistical hurdles facing the 2026 Games. He also landed AP-only interviews with Ukrainian athletes navigating uncertainty amid the war.
Amid those scoops, Reynolds found moments of joy, spotlighting stories such as five moms who qualified to compete at the world championships.
His reporting provided critical insight into the challenges ahead for Olympic organizers while showcasing athletes’ resilience and the spirit of competition.
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