Tina Hermann

Tina Hermann is a record-holding German skeleton racer known for her multiple World Championship titles and consistent World Cup performances. After securing the Junior World Championships gold in 2010, Tina Hermann rapidly established herself as a dominant force in skeleton racing. Her competitive career began in 2007, leading to her selection for the German national team in 2009. She continued her progression through the Europe Cup, achieving her first victory in Altenberg during the 2011-12 season, and subsequently claimed her first Intercontinental Cup gold in Altenberg in the 2012-13 season.

Hermann also represented Germany at two Olympic Games, finishing fifth in PyeongChang in 2018 and fourth in Beijing in 2022. Throughout her illustrious career, Hermann’s unparalleled record of success made her a defining figure in women’s skeleton. Her final competitive season culminated in the 2022-23 overall World Cup title and the 2023 European Championship title in Altenberg, reaffirming her status at the pinnacle of the sport. These achievements underscored her sustained ability to perform at an elite level, consistently demonstrating technical mastery and competitive spirit against top international rivals.

In October 2024, Tina Hermann announced her retirement from competitive racing, concluding an impactful career marked by numerous historic wins. Hermann expressed her gratitude for her journey and confirmed her intention to remain deeply involved with the sport. She will transition into a new role at the German Federal Police’s sports school in Bad Endorf, where she plans to leverage her extensive experience and insight to mentor and develop future generations of athletes, ensuring her legacy continues to shape the sport.