Kristen Santos-Griswold's Olympic Redemption Journey

Kristen Santos-Griswold, a U.S. short track speed skater, is gearing up for the Milano Cortina Olympics after overcoming the mental setback of a disappointing 2022 Beijing Games. Previously, a collision caused her to miss a medal, but now she's determined to aim for gold.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 05-02-2026 18:26 IST | Created: 05-02-2026 18:26 IST
Kristen Santos-Griswold's Olympic Redemption Journey

U.S. short track speed skater Kristen Santos-Griswold is setting her sights on the Milano Cortina Olympics, determined to overcome past disappointments. After a collision during the Beijing Games, she finished fourth but is now ready to aim for gold with renewed focus.

In the 2022 Olympics, Santos fell victim to an unfortunate incident when Italy's Arianna Fontana collided with her. Despite Fontana's disqualification, the event left Santos reevaluating her strategy. Now, with a world title under her belt, she's embracing a more aggressive approach.

Confident and prepared, the 31-year-old athlete insists she'll leave no stone unturned in her quest for Olympic victory. Santos-Griswold vows to give it her all, ensuring this time she leaves the ice with no regrets.

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