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Winter Olympics champion honoured by home town
TL;DR
Matt Weston, a double gold medalist from the 2026 Winter Olympics, received the freedom of Crowborough in a civic ceremony. The event was held at Goldsmiths Recreation Ground and was open to the public.
Key points
- Matt Weston won double gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics
- He was awarded the freedom of Crowborough
- The ceremony was held at Goldsmiths Recreation Ground
- It was open to the public
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Weston was awarded the freedom of Crowborough by the town council in a ceremony on Friday [BBC]
A double gold medal winner from the 2026 Winter Olympics has been awarded the freedom of the town where he grew up.
Matt Weston was granted the freedom of Crowborough by the town council in a special civic ceremony on Friday.
The ceremony, which took place at the Goldsmiths Recreation Ground, was open to members of the public who want to celebrate Weston's "outstanding achievements".
Weston became the first British Winter Olympian to win two medals at the same games by coming first in solo and winning team gold with skeleton partner Tabitha Stoecker.
A large crowd gathered to honour Weston's achievements [BBC]
A spokesperson for the town council called it a "proud and memorable" occasion for the East Sussex town.
Weston was born in Redhill, Surrey, and went to Bennett Memorial School in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
He carries his carries his medals around in a small pouch knitted for him by former Olympic diver Tom Daley.
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Q&A
What achievements led to Matt Weston being honored by Crowborough?
Matt Weston was honored for winning two gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
When and where did the ceremony for Matt Weston take place?
The ceremony took place on Friday at Goldsmiths Recreation Ground in Crowborough.
Who attended the ceremony honoring Matt Weston?
The ceremony was open to the public, allowing community members to celebrate Weston's achievements.