Francesco Friedrich Claims 15th World Title in Thrilling Two-Man Bobsleigh Finish

The legendary pilot edged out rival Johannes Lochner by 0.03 seconds at the World Championships in Lake Placid, solidifying his dominance in the sport.

Francesco Friedrich and his brakeman Alexander Schüller secured victory in the two-man bobsleigh at the World Championships by a razor-thin margin of 0.03 seconds.
Rival Johannes Lochner, who set track records during the event, finished second for the ninth time in a major competition against Friedrich.
Friedrich's exceptional driving skill and top speed of 134.7 km/h in the final stretch were key to overcoming a 0.02-second deficit in the last few curves.
This marks Friedrich's 15th World Championship title, further cementing his status as the most successful bobsleigh pilot in history.
Attention now shifts to the four-man bobsleigh event next weekend, where Friedrich and Lochner are expected to face off again in a highly anticipated competition.