How This U.s. Speed Skater Is Carrying Out a Fantasy Football Punishment at Olympics

at the side of the ice, I’ll look at it and it gives me a little smile every time,” he added.

Team Pursuit Champion

Dawson is no stranger to the world of speed skating; in fact, he’s one of the world record holders in team pursuit alongside his teammates Emery Lehman and Ethan Cepuran. Dawson has also had success at an international level, having been part of the bronze medal-winning men’s pursuit team at the 2022 Beijing Games.

His first event at the 2026 Olympics took place on Sunday where he finished eighth in the men’s 5000m. Dawson is also set to compete in the men’s 1500m and 10000m events, as well as team pursuit.

Punishment Details

The punishment for finishing last in a fantasy football league isn’t just limited to these accessories; it extends throughout the entire speed skating season. According to NBC Olympics, the league’s rules state that the last-place finisher must carry out this unusual task for the duration of the season.

For Dawson, who is competing at his first Winter Olympics and a two-time Olympian with one medal under his belt, it’s an amusing yet challenging experience. While he might not be winning any fantasy football games, his performance on the ice remains to be seen, but that’s another story altogether.

The 2026 Milan Cortina Games are shaping up to be more than just a showcase of athletic prowess; they’re also proving to be a platform for some unexpected and humorous stories. As Dawson navigates his unique punishment, fans will undoubtedly be keeping an eye on how he copes with this quirky challenge.

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