A Milan Reasons to Watch: Your Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics
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“The Olympics is not about the colors of the medals. It’s about the colors of the human spirit.” — Unknown
The countdown to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics is officially on! From the Italian Alps to the Dolomites, the Games promise a celebration of harmony, athleticism, and unforgettable stories. With 2,900–3,500 athletes representing approximately 90 countries, Team USA is ready to make a splash — and the world will be watching.
❄️ Milan 2026 Winter Olympics is a must-watch! From Lindsey Vonn’s legendary comeback to Ilia Malinin’s jaw-dropping quadruple Axel, Chloe Kim chasing a three-peat, and the NHL returning to Olympic ice, Team USA is set for unforgettable moments. Plan your viewing now — this Winter Olympics will be packed with epic stories and historic performances! 🏅
Here’s your guide to the must-see moments, athletes, and storylines from Milan.
When & Where
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Opening Ceremonies: Friday, February 6
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Closing Ceremonies: Sunday, February 22
Location: Milan, Italy (with events in Cortina d’Ampezzo & the Dolomites)
The Legends: Vonn and Shiffrin Lead the Charge
Alpine skiing headlines include Lindsey Vonn’s legendary comeback. At 41, she’s officially competing in her fifth Olympics, making her the oldest American skier in Olympic history. After a strong start on the World Cup circuit, Vonn is ready to chase history.
Meanwhile, Mikaela Shiffrin is looking for redemption after a challenging Beijing run. Dominating the 2025 season and clinching her Olympic spot early, she enters Milan as the most decorated Alpine skier of all time — a gold-medal favorite in her signature events.
The “Quad God” and the New Guard
With Nathan Chen stepping away to pursue medicine, figure skating’s spotlight shifts to Ilia Malinin, the “Quad God.” Malinin is the only skater to ever land a quadruple Axel in competition. Heading into 2026, he’s the undisputed gold-medal favorite, recently breaking his own world records with programs featuring seven quadruple jumps.
Ice Hockey: NHL Returns
For the first time since 2014, the NHL’s top talent is heading to the Olympics.
U.S. Men’s Stars: Auston Matthews, Jack Eichel, the Tkachuk brothers
U.S. Women’s Stars: Kendall Coyne Schofield, veteran leader aiming to reclaim gold after the 2025 world title
Snowboarding’s Triple Threat
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Chloe Kim: Back for a “three-peat” in women’s halfpipe
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Red Gerard: Slopestyle powerhouse chasing gold after narrowly missing the podium in Beijing
Team USA: At a Glance
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Athlete |
Sport |
Why to Watch |
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Lindsey Vonn |
Alpine Skiing |
Legendary comeback at 41 |
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Ilia Malinin |
Figure Skating |
Landing “impossible” jumps |
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Jessie Diggins |
Cross-Country |
Chasing the first individual U.S. XC gold |
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Jordan Stolz |
Speed Skating |
Young phenom dominating the World Tour |
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Anna Gibson |
Ski Mountaineering |
Representing the U.S. in the Olympics’ newest sport |
Viewing Guide: Don’t Miss the Action
Italy is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET) and 9 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PT), so many events air live early in the morning or afternoon in the U.S. NBC will also air a nightly Primetime in Milan show for highlights.
Key Medal Events for Team USA:
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Date |
Event |
Predicted Highlights |
Time (ET) |
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Fri, Feb 6 |
Opening Ceremony |
Parade of nations at San Siro Stadium |
~2:30 PM |
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Sun, Feb 8 |
Women’s Downhill |
Lindsey Vonn’s historic return |
Morning |
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Fri, Feb 13 |
Men’s Figure Skating |
Ilia Malinin chases gold with Quad Axel |
1:00 PM |
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Wed, Feb 18 |
Women’s Slalom |
Mikaela Shiffrin goes for specialty gold |
Morning |
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Thu, Feb 19 |
Women’s Hockey |
Gold Medal showdown vs. Canada |
Morning |
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Thu, Feb 19 |
Women’s Figure Skating |
Alysa Liu & Team USA women take center stage |
1:00 PM |
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Sun, Feb 22 |
Men’s Hockey |
NHL stars compete for Gold Medal |
8:00 AM |
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Sun, Feb 22 |
Closing Ceremony |
Handover to France for 2030 Games |
Afternoon |
How to Watch
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NBC & USA Network: Live daily coverage + evening highlights show
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Peacock: Stream every medal round live and on-demand
Gold Zone (Peacock): Red Zone-style coverage ensures you never miss a photo finish
Why You Can’t Miss It
From Lindsey Vonn’s historic comeback to Ilia Malinin’s jaw-dropping jumps, Chloe Kim’s chase for a three-peat, and the NHL’s return to Olympic ice, Milan 2026 promises unforgettable stories and epic competition.
Whether you’re a diehard fan or just looking for inspiring human stories, this Winter Olympics is must-watch TV.
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