If you’re like me, you may have thought that the “monobob” was either A) a trendy new celebrity haircut, accessible only at the chicest salon in the most tucked-away, remote corner of Silver Lake, B) something that happens to your general bra area when you wear a romper, or C) a reference to “Monorail” episode of The Simpsons. However, I’m pleased to inform you, fellow non-sports-followers, that it is neither. In reality, the monobob is a brand-new, female-only sport that will be included at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Read on for all the details.
How does monobob work?
Essentially, monobob is an individual version of the bobsleigh event, in which one athlete has to do all the pushing, driving, and breaking. “A huge plus of mono is that you are your own person. If you mess up, it is completely on you,” Canadian athlete Cynthia Appiah has said. Sounds tough, but I guess I see the appeal.
Who are the best-known athletes in monobob?
Twenty athletes will participate in the event at the Olympics, with Appiah and fellow Canadian Christine de Bruin, Australian Breeana Walker, and Germans Stephanie Schneider and Laura Nolte all heavily favored.
Why is it good for female representation?
Monobob is an event exclusive to female athletes, building on the strides that were made when women began competing in Olympic bobsleigh in 2002. (While male athletes compete in the two- and four-man events, until this year, women only competed in the two-woman.) Kaillie Humphries, the USA champion, has praised monobob for that reason, saying “it’s great to know that women have more chances to win medals.”
How can you watch the Olympic monobob competition?
The women’s monobob competition will start on February 13 at 9:30 local time, so get ready to watch!
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