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Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Officially Open
The 2026 Winter Olympics opened on February 6 at San Siro stadium in Milan, promising athletic spectacles amid geopolitical and climate tensions. The event runs until February 22 across northern Italy, featuring 116 medal events in 16 disciplines at 15 venues. Organizers emphasize inclusivity, celebrating Italy's beauty and cultural harmony.
Canada Faces Switzerland in Women's Hockey Preliminary Round
Canada plays Switzerland in women's ice hockey on February 7 at 3:10 p.m. ET in Milan, as part of the Olympics preliminary round starting February 5. Canada is favored in men's hockey with stars like Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid.
Women's quarter-finals follow on February 13-14.
Team USA Seeks Women's Hockey Gold After 2022 Loss
Team USA aims to reclaim gold in women's ice hockey after a 3-2 final defeat to Canada in 2022 Beijing Olympics. Men's preliminary round begins February 11, with gold medal game on February 22.
Canada boasts NHL talents as favorites.
Canadian Snowboarder Mark McMorris Suffers Heavy Crash
Olympic medal hopeful Mark McMorris experienced a heavy crash during training on February 4. The incident raises concerns for Canada's snowboarding prospects at the Milano Cortina Games.
Snowboarding ranks high in fan excitement polls.
Must-Watch: Downhill Skiing at Milano Cortina 2026
Downhill skiing is highlighted as a top event to watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Spectators can expect thrilling action on Italy's alpine courses like Bormio's Stelvio.
The Games showcase the Alps as winter sports' birthplace.
Short Track Speed Skating Schedule Released
Short track events kick off February 10 with mixed team relay, featuring finals like women's 500m on February 12. US coach Stephen Gough, a McGill alum, leads the American team.
Fans are excited for speed events.
Skeleton Mixed Team Debuts with Great Britain Favorites
Skeleton introduces a mixed team event, where Team GB has won silver in recent World Championships. Matt Weston is favored for men's gold, facing Marcus Wyatt and China's Yin Zheng.
Heats start February 12.
Ice Hockey Tournament Key Dates Announced
Women's semi-finals on February 16, gold/bronze on February 19; men's semis February 20, gold February 22. NHL stars boost Canada's men's team aspirations.
Preliminary rounds already underway.
McGill University Affiliates Shine at Olympics
Over two dozen McGillians compete or coach, including Italy's Kayla Tutino who scored first goal vs. France on Feb 5. Staff like Alexandre Tremblay assist Italy's women's hockey; Stephen Gough coaches US short track.
More games for Italy on Feb 7,9,10.
Fan Poll: Figure Skating Tops Excitement List
A Seton Hall survey shows 59% of Olympic fans most excited for figure skating, followed by snowboarding and ice hockey. Games run Feb 4-22 with 2,900 athletes; avid sports fans favor hockey.
45% check results online before broadcasts.
Ski Mountaineering Events Scheduled
Ski mountaineering features men's/women's sprints on February 19 and mixed relay on February 21. The discipline adds to the 16 total at Milano Cortina.
Northern Italy venues host diverse winter sports.
Tate McRae Faces Backlash Over Team USA Ad
Canadian artist Tate McRae receives backlash for appearing in a Team USA Olympics advertisement. The controversy emerges as Olympics excitement builds in Milan.
Opening ceremony nears with global attention.