For athletes at the ongoing 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, a podium finish can come with six-figure checks.

Singapore ranks highest, but top-of-table Norway and other nations do not pay their athletes anything for a podium finish.

The 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics have brought together thousands of elite athletes, all chasing a place on the podium. While medals are the most visible reward, financial incentives also play a significant role for competitors from certain countries, where governments and sporting bodies offer substantial payouts for podium finishes.

Team USA's Olympic gold payout may surprise you - especially compared to the nearly $800K offered elsewhere.

There's no greater honor than winning an Olympic medal, but cold hard cash is also on the line. Which country pays the most at the 2026 Winter Olympics?

Discover Singaporean Alpine skier Faiz Basha's calm approach and unique journey as he prepares for his Winter Olympic debut. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The reaction is usually the same when Faiz Basha tells anyone that he’s an Olympian. What sport? Ski racing. An understanding nod. What country? Singapore

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With A Gold Medal While U.S. Olympians earn $37,500 for a gold medal, athletes from some countries can receive six-figure payouts for the same achievement.

SINGAPORE: Singapore alpine skier Faiz Basha overcame tricky conditions in the first run of the men's slalom at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio, Italy, to finish 35th overall on Monday (Feb 16).