Mexico's Olympic roster features something fairly unique: a mother-son duo.

Sarah Schleper and her son, Lasse Gaxiola, are set to make Olympic history at Milan Cortina 2026 as the first mother-son duo to compete at the same Winter Games. A mother and son duo are making history at these Olympic Games.

Mexican Alpine skier Sarah Schleper and her son Lasse Gaxiola are set to make history at the Winter Olympics. (AP photo)

Representing your country in the Olympics is great. But in this Winter Game, Sarah Schleper is aiming for something greater. Being the oldest alpine skier on the roster wasn’t cool enough for Schleper.

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially get underway on Friday, February 6, with the Opening Ceremony, which features the flag bearers from every participating country making the march alongside the country’s flag and their countrymates who will be

As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin, all eyes were on teams from around the globe proudly donning their countries' uniforms for the opening ceremony, including Team USA in outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.

As the athletes from around the world gather in Milan and Cortina to compete in the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, one participant will represent New Mexico. Meet 40-year-old Travis Dodson of Deming, who is no stranger to the Olympics.