Day 12 Winter Olympics: Shiffrin’s Final Race, Men’s Hockey Quarterfinals

The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently in full swing, with many exciting events scheduled for Day 12. Among the highlights are Mikaela Shiffrin’s last chance to compete in the women’s slalom and the men’s hockey quarterfinals.

Mikaela Shiffrin’s Final Slalom

Mikaela Shiffrin is set to compete in the women’s slalom, the final Alpine event of the Milan Cortina Games. This marks her opportunity to secure a fourth Olympic medal. Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, has faced challenges in these Games, finishing fourth in the team combined event and 11th in the giant slalom.

Despite her struggles, slalom is Shiffrin’s strong suit. She has achieved 71 of her 108 World Cup victories in this discipline, showcasing her remarkable skill. Shiffrin has won the season-long World Cup championship nine times throughout her 15-year career.

Slalom Event Details

• Event: Women’s Slalom
• First Run: 4:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM Italy
• Second Run: 7:30 AM ET / 1:30 PM Italy
• Viewing: Peacock

Men’s Hockey Quarterfinals

The men’s hockey quarterfinals are a key event on Day 12, featuring crucial matchups. The outcomes could significantly shape the tournament’s trajectory.

Quarterfinals Matchups

• First Game: Slovakia vs. Germany
• Canada vs. Czech Republic
• Finland vs. Switzerland
• USA vs. Sweden

The U.S. and Canada were initially seen as favorites for the gold medal, but anything can happen in elimination rounds. Sweden boasts a talented roster that could upset expectations.

Additional Events

• Women’s Aerials (Freestyle Skiing)
  • Time: 4:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM Italy
  • Viewing: Peacock
• Team Sprint Free (Cross-Country Skiing)
  • Time: 5:45 AM ET / 11:45 AM Italy
  • Viewing: Peacock
• Men’s and Women’s Slopestyle (Snowboarding)
  • Men’s Time: 5:20 AM ET / 11:20 AM Italy
  • Women’s Time: 8:30 AM ET / 2:30 PM Italy
  • Viewing: Peacock
• Women’s 4x6km Relay (Biathlon)
  • Time: 8:45 AM ET / 2:45 PM Italy
  • Viewing: Peacock
• Men’s 500m and Women’s 3000m Relay (Short-Track Speedskating)
  • Time: 2:15 PM ET / 8:15 PM Italy
  • Viewing: Peacock

Day 12 of the Winter Olympics promises intense competition and thrilling moments. Fans and athletes alike will be watching closely as events unfold in Milan Cortina.