silver medal

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Quick won a silver medal as a backup goaltender for the U.S. at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, although he did not see any playing time.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

You see it in surprises like Ben Ogden’s silver medal romp in cross-country, the best U.S. men’s performance in 50 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

In men's curling later, Britain will seek to upgrade the silver medal they won four years ago in Beijing when they take on Canada in the final.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

And fulfilling what they believe to be their destiny - by upgrading their silver medal from Beijing four years ago - is what these four Scots have travelled to Cortina to do.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Bobby’s score was ten wins, two losses, and six draws, and he took home the silver medal.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady