Milan-Cortina 2026 Events Kick Off This Friday
The Milan-Cortina 2026 events are about to begin this Friday, showcasing a range of exciting competitions. Athletes from various nations will compete in different sports, setting the stage for thrilling Olympic performances.
Milan-Cortina 2026: Key Events on Friday
Men’s Ice Hockey: Canada vs. Switzerland
The Canadian men’s hockey team is set to face Switzerland at 3 PM. Led by Nick Suzuki, the team aims for gold. Despite the apparent strength difference, the competition promises to be intense.
Women’s Snowboard Cross
Audrey McManiman, a Canadian snowboarder, will compete in the women’s snowboard cross. Her schedule includes:
- 4 PM – Qualification Round
- 2:55 PM – Final Runs
- 8:30 PM – Quarter-Finals
- 8:24 PM – Semi-Finals
- 8:41 PM – Finals
McManiman has previously achieved top rankings and aims to improve on her 11th place finish at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
Men’s Speed Skating 10,000m
Ted-Jan Bloemen, a veteran of the Canadian speed skating team, will participate in the men’s 10,000m event at 10 AM. This marks his third Olympic appearance, having won gold in 2018 at PyeongChang.
Men’s Figure Skating Free Program
Canadian figure skater Stephen Gogolev will perform in the men’s free program at 1 PM. After a strong start in the team event, he looks to showcase his skills and build on his 10th place from the short program.
Men’s Cross-Country Skiing 10km
The 10km freestyle event will see three Canadian athletes, including Rémi Drolet. Drolet, a British Columbian studying at Harvard, will compete alongside Max Hollman and Thomas Stephen. The race is scheduled for 5:45 AM.
Milan-Cortina 2026 promises a remarkable display of athletic talent and determination, with these thrilling events kicking off on Friday.
