Meet NBC’s 2026 Olympics Cross-Country Announcing Team
The 2026 Winter Olympics are set to feature an extensive lineup of commentators, with over 80 professionals lending their voices across various NBC platforms. A highlight of this year’s events is cross-country skiing, which includes 12 separate competitions. Notably, this is the first time men and women will compete at equal distances.
Meet NBC’s 2026 Olympics Cross-Country Announcing Team
For the 2026 Olympics, NBC’s cross-country skiing coverage will be led by seasoned play-by-play commentator Steve Schlanger. This marks his second Winter Olympics as the primary voice for cross-country skiing events.
Expert Analysts and Reporting Team
Joining Schlanger are two prominent analysts:
- Chad Salmela
- Kikkan Randall, a gold medalist in cross-country skiing
The team also includes reporter Nicole Auerbach, who will provide updates and insights during the broadcasts.
First Event Details
The cross-country skiing events will commence on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The opening race will feature the women’s 10km + 10km skiathlon, which will be available for streaming on Peacock.
As the excitement builds for the Winter Games, fans can look forward to high-quality coverage led by this expert announcing team, enhancing the viewing experience for all cross-country skiing events. For more updates on the Winter Olympics, visit Filmogaz.com.
