Oskars Melbārdis
Melbārdis in 2014 on his return from the 2014 Winter Olympics | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Latvian |
| Born | 16 February 1988 |
| Height | 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) |
| Sport | |
| Country | Latvia |
| Sport | Bobsleigh |
| Team | Latvian National Team |
| Turned pro | 2006 |
| Coached by | Sandis Prūsis |
| Retired | 2021 |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Olympic finals | (2014) |
| World finals | (2016) |
| Highest world ranking | 1st (2015) |
Medal record | |
Oskars Melbārdis (born 16 February 1988) is a former Latvian bobsledder who has competed since 2006. He is the most successful bobsledder in the history of his country, having won one gold and two bronze Olympic medals. He also earned the first-ever gold medal for Latvia at World Championships in Igls, preceded by one silver and two bronze medals in 2009–2015.