Montreal’s elite women’s synchronized skating team, Les Suprêmes, has set its sights on qualifying for the inaugural women’s synchronized skating competition at the 2030 Winter Olympics. The team, based in the city, hopes to earn a place in the event that will debut as part of a broader expansion of the Games.
The 2030 Winter Olympics will introduce 16 new sports, among them a women’s synchronized skating discipline officially titled Synchro9. The addition of Synchro9 is intended to promote gender parity within the Olympic program, providing a platform for female athletes in a sport that has long been featured in international competitions but not at the Olympic level.
Les Suprêmes, known for their technical precision and artistic expression, view the upcoming Games as an opportunity to showcase their abilities on the world stage. Their preparation aligns with the timeline leading up to the 2030 event, which will be the first Winter Olympics to feature a women’s synchronized skating contest.
The inclusion of Synchro9 reflects the International Olympic Committee’s commitment to expanding the range of events that support balanced representation. By adding this sport, the 2030 Games aim to attract new audiences and encourage participation among women athletes worldwide.
As the deadline for Olympic qualification approaches, Les Suprêmes will compete in national and international qualifiers that determine the final roster of teams eligible for the Montreal-hosted competition. Their performance in these qualifying events will be critical to securing a spot among the limited entries allowed for the new discipline.
The team's ambition underscores the broader significance of the 2030 Winter Olympics, which seeks to blend traditional winter sports with innovative additions that reflect evolving values in sport and society.