Do GB athletes get paid at the Winter Olympics?
Summary
Team GB athletes do not earn extra money for winning medals at the Winter Olympics. They receive financial support through the Athlete Performance Award (APA) funded by the National Lottery, which helps cover their training and living expenses. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) does not give prize money to Olympic medallists but offers financial support to athletes needing assistance.Key Facts
- Team GB athletes do not get additional prize money for medals at the Olympics.
- They receive financial support through the Athlete Performance Award (APA).
- The APA is funded by the National Lottery and helps cover training and living costs.
- UK Sport assesses APA recipients yearly and controls the distribution.
- Athletes with total earnings over £65,000 may have their APA funding reduced.
- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) does not give cash prizes for medals.
- The IOC provides financial support through the Olympic Solidarity program.
- 447 athletes, including six from Team GB, benefit from IOC support for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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