Golden sisters: The Neuner family makes Olympic history

Innsbruck (FIL/22 Dec 2025) When the 1992 Winter Olympics were held in Albertville in the French Alps, Austria experienced one of the most remarkable chapters in its luge history. Two sisters from Tyrol – Doris and Angelika Neuner – stood together on the Olympic podium and set a historic milestone for their country and their sport.

Both athletes made their Olympic debut in the women's singles competition: Doris, aged just 20, won gold, while Angelika, aged 22, took the Olympic silver medal. Despite their young age, the sisters impressed on the demanding track in La Plagne with their remarkable calm and speed.

Golden triumph for Doris

Doris Neuner dominated the competition and secured the gold medal. With this victory, she became the first Austrian Olympic champion in luge and also the youngest Olympic champion in luge since the 1968 Winter Games in Grenoble. Her success marked a historic breakthrough for Austria and underlined the nation's emerging strength in luge.

Silver for Angelika

Right behind her was her older sister Angelika Neuner, who took the silver medal, completing a unique family double triumph. Together, the Neuner sisters became the first siblings ever to stand together on the Olympic podium in luge. In the history of the Winter Olympics, the Neuners were only the second pair of sisters to win medals together in the same event.

Their remarkable double success remains one of the most emotional and extraordinary chapters in the history of luge – a moment full of shared joy, national pride, and family heritage.

A legacy for eternity

The Neuner sisters' extraordinary achievement has left a lasting impression on the sport. Their joint success inspired subsequent generations of Austrian lugers and is still considered a milestone in the international luge community today.

Relive this unforgettable Olympic story in the official highlight video from Olympics.com: