Kris Horn, the Olympic bobsledder representing Team USA, hails from Pembroke, Massachusetts. At 31 years old, he is making his second Winter Olympics appearance. Horn first began bobsledding in 2018, transitioning from a successful track career at Pembroke High and UMass. This year, he competes as the driver of a four-man bobsled team in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy.
Kris Horn’s Olympic Journey
In the 2022 Winter Olympics held in Beijing, Horn participated as a push athlete, contributing to a Team USA four-man bobsled that finished tenth. For the current Olympic season, Horn has stepped up as the driver, leading a team that includes Hunter Powell, Caleb Furnell, and Carsten Vissering.
“It’s been exciting, for sure,” stated Horn about his new role. “I definitely enjoy it a lot more than being a brakeman.”
Current Competition Status
As of now, Team USA is in ninth place after completing two out of four heats in the Olympic bobsled event. They have a combined time of 1:49.61. The leading German team, driven by Johannes Lochner, has a time of 1:48.61, establishing a notable margin over Horn’s team. Other top competitors include Francesco Friedrich, who is currently in second place, and a third team led by Adam Ammour.
Upcoming Races
- Sunday, February 22:
- 4:00 a.m. ET: Four-Man Run 3 (live on Peacock)
- 6:15 a.m. ET: Four-Man Final Run (live on Peacock, USA Network)
- 7:15 a.m. ET: Four-Man Final Run (re-air on NBC)
There are a total of 24 teams still in contention for medals. The final standings will depend on the cumulative times across all heats. In the previous Olympics, the winning time for the four-man bobsled was 3:54.30, while Horn’s team clocked in at 3:57.06.
Bobsled Overview and Historical Context
Bobsledding has been featured in the Olympics since 1924, with the exception of a brief switch to five-man teams in 1928. The USA had early success, capturing multiple medals in the early decades. However, the U.S. did not see medal success again until the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City, where they earned silver and bronze medals. The bobsled events are dominated by Germany, which has consistently performed well in recent years.
For fans looking to follow Kris Horn’s progress, bobsled events are being broadcast live on USA Network and streamed via Peacock. As competition heats up, Team USA is poised to make a strong showing in the coming races.
