The winter sport that involves sliding down a course on ice is known as luge. In luge, athletes make timed runs on a small one- or two-person sled, navigating curves and straights as they descend down a track. The sport combines elements of speed, skill, and precision, as competitors manipulate their sleds' aerodynamics to achieve maximum velocity while maintaining control. Luge is one of the central events in the Winter Olympics and showcases thrilling athleticism.