Francesco Friedrich and Laura Nolte Dominate Bob World Championships in Lake Placid

Friedrich secures his 16th world title in a chaotic four-man race, while Nolte and Levi claim gold in the two-woman event with a German podium sweep.

Francesco Friedrich won his 16th world championship title in the four-man bob event, overcoming extreme weather and a chaotic second day of competition in Lake Placid.
The second run of the four-man event was annulled after melting ice caused a section of the track to expose bare concrete, leading to equipment damage and safety concerns.
Johannes Lochner, Friedrich's main rival, faced multiple setbacks including damaged equipment and narrowly secured second place ahead of Britain's Brad Hall, who finished third.
Laura Nolte and Deborah Levi triumphed in the two-woman bob event, achieving their first world championship title and leading a German clean sweep of the podium.
The unseasonably warm weather disrupted the competition schedule, forcing earlier start times and adjustments to maintain fair and safe conditions for all athletes.