Cynthia Appiah
Cynthia Appiah is a Canadian Olympic bobsledder who has made a name for herself in the sport, having competed in the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing where she finished eighth in both the monobob and the two-woman bobsled events. Beyond her athletic achievements, Appiah is passionate about advocating for racialized women in sports. Recently, she gained media attention for fulfilling a long-held dream of appearing on the quiz show 'Jeopardy!' after years of applying. Her episode is set to air on October 28, 2023, showcasing her love for trivia and competition, much like her dedication on the bobsled track.
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Recent news mentions
Cynthia Appiah cried after her sled hit the wall during a run in the monobob event.
From unlikely winners to illness, The Globe’s Olympic team shares its highs and lows of Milan Cortina
Canada· 2026-02-23
Cynthia Appiah expresses her struggle to create content for social media due to her focus on training.
Canadian Olympians cash in on social mediaCanada· 2026-02-16
Cynthia Appiah, Olympic bobsledder, speaks at a Canadian Olympic Committee event in Calgary about her advocacy for racialized women in sports.
Jeopardy! appearance a dream come true for Olympian AppiahCanada· 2025-10-21