The 21-year-old US star had to wait through rival Joep Wennemars’s reskate but his record-breaking, gold-winning run ultimately stood

U.S. speed skater Jordan Stolz begins his quest for four Olympic gold medals today when he competes in the 1,000 meters.

The 21-year-old speedskater cruised to victory in the men's 1,000 meters competition in Milan.