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2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Kicks Off in Milan
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics officially begin today with the opening ceremony at Stadio San Siro, titled 'Armonia', featuring performances by Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini, and Andrea Bocelli. The Games run from February 6 to 22 across Lombardy and Northeast Italy, marking the first co-hosted by two cities.
Expect a spectacle amid geopolitical and climate tensions, with stunning Alpine venues.
Raptors' Brandon Ingram Scores 33 Points on Trade Anniversary
Toronto Raptors' Brandon Ingram reflected on his one-year trade anniversary from New Orleans, delivering 33 points in a 123-107 win over Chicago Bulls. He overcame a 10-month ankle injury, fitting seamlessly with 7 games of 30+ points this season.
Ingram expressed love for the team, city, and fresh start.
Canada Favored in Men's Ice Hockey at Winter Olympics
Canada is the gold medal favorite in men's ice hockey, boasting NHL stars like Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and Connor McDavid. Preliminary rounds start February 11, with gold medal game on February 22.
USA aims for third gold, challenged by Sweden and defending champs Finland.
Team USA Seeks Women's Ice Hockey Gold After 2022 Loss
Women's ice hockey preliminary rounds began February 5; Team USA targets gold after 3-2 final loss to Canada in 2022 Olympics. Quarter-finals on February 13-14, gold medal game February 19.
Host Italy, with McGill-affiliated Kayla Tutino scoring first goal vs France, continues prelims.
Short Track Speed Skating Key Events Unfold Early
Mixed team relay on February 10 kicks off short track speed skating, followed by women's 500m and men's 1,000m finals on February 12. US coach Stephen Gough, McGill alum, leads American team.
Finals continue through February 20 with relays and individual races.
Skeleton Mixed Team Debuts with Great Britain Favorites
Skeleton introduces Olympic mixed team event starting February 12; Team GB eyes gold after three World Championship silvers. Matt Weston favored in men's, facing teammate Marcus Wyatt and China's Yin Zheng.
Men's and women's heats run February 12-14.
Ski Mountaineering Sprint and Relay Events Scheduled
New ski mountaineering events feature men's and women's sprints on February 19 and mixed relay on February 21. Highlighted as must-watch alongside biathlon and downhill skiing.
Part of 116 medal events across 16 disciplines.
Over Two Dozen McGill Affiliates at Milano Cortina Games
More than 24 McGill University grads, students, and staff compete or serve in roles, including Italy women's hockey players and coaches. Kayla Tutino scored Italy's first goal in 4-1 win over France on Feb 5; US short track coach Stephen Gough also McGill-linked.
Others in coaching and technical staff.
Winter Olympics Amid Geopolitical and Climate Tensions
Milan-Cortina Games open today promising athletic feats from Alps venues like Bormio and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Challenges include transport emissions worsening carbon footprint across 400km venues.
Broadcast worldwide with emotional highs despite tensions.
Must-Watch Downhill Skiing at Cortina Olympics
Downhill skiing highlighted as top event in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the 'Queen of the Dolomites' with Olimpia delle Tofane course. Women's downhill among key watches alongside biathlon and cross-country.
Traditional mountain setting after Asian-hosted editions.
New Medal Events Boost Women's Participation to 47%
116 medal events include new ones like dual moguls, luge doubles return, team alpine combined, women's ski jumping large hill, skeleton mixed relay. Highest ever women's participation at 47%; Nordic combined remains men-only.
Competition starts February 4, full schedule available.