Brittany Bowe

Brittany Bowe is a 4x Olympian, World Champion, and one of the most accomplished American speedskaters in history. Known for her leadership, sportsmanship, and resilience, Brittany has earned Olympic medals, world titles, and over 90 World Cup podiums throughout her career. Beyond competition, she is a passionate advocate for inclusion, wellness, and empowering the next generation through sport.

At a Glance

Sport

Speedskating

Long Track

Hometown

Ocala, Florida

Current Residence

Ocala, Florida

About

Flag Bearer for Beijing 2022 Opening Ceremony
One of the most decorated American speedskaters of all time
Deep friendship with Erin Jackson. Relinquished an event at the Olympic Games for Erin, who went on to win gold and celebrate history
Played college basketball at Florida Atlantic University
LGBTQ+ advocate
Ambassador for Right to Play – Advocate for empowering children in disadvantaged communities
Passionate speaker on inclusion, leadership, and health & wellness
Certified yoga instructor

Accolades

Olympic Medalist

4x Olympian (2026, 2022, 2018, 2014) and 2x medalist (2022: bronze 1000m; 2018: bronze team pursuit)

World Champion

6x World Champion (2021: 1000m; 2019: 1000m; 2016: sprint; 2015: 1000m, 1500m, sprint) and 22x World Champion Medalist with over 90 World Cup podiums

World Record Holder

Women's 1000M Long Track Speedskating (1:14.168)

Team USA Opening Ceremonies Flag Bearer

Voted by fellow Team USA athletes to be the Team USA Flag Bearer for Beijing 2022 Opening Ceremony

Brittany Bowe

At a Glance

About

Accolades

Olympic Medalist

World Champion

World Record Holder

Team USA Opening Ceremonies Flag Bearer

In the News

NBC Sports

Yahoo Sports

Olympics.com