Gus Kenworthy is officially back in training mode, and this time the out gay skiing icon is setting his sights on the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina with the kind of confidence, charm, and cheeky style only he can deliver.
The 34-year-old star, who has already competed in three Olympic Games across two countries, is once again hoping to represent Team Great Britain as he prepares for what could be his fourth and final appearance on the world’s biggest winter sports stage.
And while an Olympic comeback is exciting enough on its own, Gus is wrapping his return in a delightful mix of fashion moments, fan surprises, and candid reflections on what it means to be an out athlete in a still-macho sports world.
He recently told British Vogue that watching last year’s skiing events stirred something in him, inspiring him to return to training after stepping away from the sport in 2022 when his last Olympic performance left him unsatisfied.
Gus being Gus, he isn’t just training in Switzerland and calling it a day; he’s also teamed up with Airbnb to create a Milan shopping experience for a lucky fan, complete with a visit to the Milano Cortina 2026 Megastore and plenty of style tips along the way.
His fashion credentials were already secured thanks to a spicy new Vogue spread that went viral for highlighting his tight tank top, tattoos, and those now legendary grey sweatpants, all while celebrating his athletic form and comeback journey.
Gus’s return to the spotlight also arrives with a thoughtful side, as he openly discussed how sports culture often pushes queer athletes away and how important it is to see openly gay competitors thrive at all levels.
Despite being one of the most visible gay athletes in the world, Gus said he still catches himself trying to fit in, sharing a sweet anecdote about his boyfriend Andrew Rigby teasing him for saying “bro” at events.
The couple, who have been together for over a year, frequently document their travels from Provincetown to Burning Man, showing a wholesome and playful side of Gus’s life away from the slopes.
Whether he ultimately competes in Milan or not, one thing is clear: Gus Kenworthy’s comeback era is loud, proud, stylish, and absolutely irresistible.
And honestly, if the Olympics want record-breaking ratings, they should probably just put him in a pair of those sweatpants again.
📷 IG: @ guskenworthy / britishvogue