Minerva Hase and Nikita Volodin of Germany took a sizable lead in the Olympic pairs figure skating short program in Milano-Cortina, topping a tightly contested field ahead of Monday’s free skate.
Niall Treacy, ranked No.22 in the world, entered the 2026 Winter Olympics as an outside contender. However, at the 1500 meters event, he was in with a chance. Treacy powered through a stacked 1500m field to reach his first Olympic Final by winning his semifinal. Unfortunately, the final did not go the way he or the fans would have hoped.
Nordic combined is the only Olympic sport that doesn't allow women to compete, despite athletes' efforts to change that. They say their odds for 2030 hinge on people watching men's events this week.
The 2030 Winter Olympics are set to take place in the French Alps from Feb. 1-17, marking the fourth time France has hosted the Winter Games. France has also hosted three Summer Games, all in Paris.
Northern Italy is hosting the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games and its economic impact will serve for a legacy beyond the 16 days of sporting action.
Olympic stars are learning that the same spotlight that elevates their sport can also potentially tarnish their legacies.
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