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‘Mixed emotions’: Team USA skier Hunter Hess says wearing the flag doesn’t mean backing all US policies, sparks Olympic boycott calls

American freestyle skiers Hunter Hess and Chris Lillis expressed mixed feelings about representing the US at the Winter Olympics, citing domestic issues they disagree with. Their comments sparked backlash online, with some viewers vowing to boycott the Games, arguing that wearing the flag signifies full endorsement of the country.

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Anna Odine Stroem of Norway wins gold in women's Olympic ski jumping, Nika Prevc gets silver

Anna Odine Stroem of Norway won Olympic gold in women’s ski jumping on the normal hill ahead of Slovenian favorite Nika Prevc

The Independent UK

How Scoring Works in Olympic Curling

Here's everything you need to know about how to score in curling.

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For U.S. Speedskater Greta Myers, an Olympic Debut Arrives Ahead of Schedule

After walking in the opening ceremony, the 21-year-old Minnesota native didn’t plan to compete in Saturday’s 3,000-meter event. But after a late scratch, she is now, officially, an Olympian.

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‘It’s bigger than just coach and athlete’: Jess Hull’s family ties bind an Olympic dream

Australian middle-distance runner is building on a 1500m silver medal at Paris 2024 after making a bold move to return to being coached by her dad

The Guardian - AU

Meet all the real-life couples competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The Winter Olympics will run until the closing ceremony on February 22

The Independent UK

Italians collect medals on a feel-good first day for the hosts at the Milan Cortina Olympics

Francesca Lollobrigida led a tricolor day for Italy at the Milan Cortina Olympics

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Scotty's halfpipe dream: competing at an Aussie X Games

Snowboard great Scotty James is chasing an Olympic gold medal but also wants to leave a legacy for his teammates by bringing the Winter X-Games to Australia.

AAP

Olympic tourists in Cortina can explore the Dolomites with the new 'Uber Snowmobile' service

Olympic spectators can now book a snowmobile ride to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo through Uber

The Independent UK

No Big Deal, Just Taylor Swift Sending A Sweet Message To Athletes Amid The Winter Olympics

Taylor Swift is making Olympic athletes shimmer.

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Lindsey Vonn’s coach explains why she still has Winter Olympics medal hope despite ACL rupture

Lindsey Vonn will aim to win an Olympic medal just over a week after suffering an ACL injury

The Independent UK

The $200,000 Olympic 'Pension' is a Retirement Game-Changer for Team USA

The donation by financier Ross Stevens is meant to be a "retirement program" for Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

Kiplinger

Early crash disrupts US favorite Jessie Diggins in race for skiathlon gold

The world’s No 1 cross-country skier, who is competing at her final Olympics, clawed back for an eighth-place finish in tough conditions

The Guardian - US

From Day 1, the Milan Cortina Olympics Are Already As Bizarre As Ever

From reports of a crotch-size manipulation scandal in ski jumping to a Mariah Carey performance, the 2026 Winter Games are off to a peculiar start.

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‘My ACL is 100% gone’: Lindsey Vonn’s improbable comeback at 41 is just another risk

Time has never seemed to stop the US skiing star. Entering Sunday’s Olympic downhill medal race, injuries haven’t either

The Guardian - UK

Bangers and smash: Von Allmen wins first gold of Winter Olympics to fulfil butcher’s dream

Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen produced a stunning run on Stelvio to win the men’s downhill as teammate and race favourite Marco Odermatt missed the podium

The Guardian - UK

‘It made me cry’: your favourite moments from past Winter Olympics

From Torvill and Dean scoring a perfect 6.0 to radical new boarding and skiing styles, readers recall euphoric moments from past Games

The Independent UK

Olympics opening ceremony in Milan was lacking snow, but tiny winter wonderland was on its sidelines

The Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan on Friday dazzled with highlights like a Leonardo da Vinci-inspired cauldron and Mariah Carey singing in Italian

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Victory for Allmen: Swiss downhiller takes marquee gold

The first gold medal in the Winter Olympics has been won by Swiss ski race ace Franjo von Allmen in the blue riband men's downhill in Bormio.

The Guardian - UK

Winter Olympics 2026: speed skating gold for Italy, Cas upholds ban on GB skeleton helmets and more – as it happened

Italy’s Francesca Lollobrigida won Italy’s first gold medal to get the party started at their home Games on day one

The Guardian - UK

Winter Olympics briefing: opening ceremony delivers a love letter to Italy

Drawing on opera, music, art, fashion, dance and more, the events at San Siro and beyond were spectacular

The Times of India

UAE makes historic Winter Olympics debut at Milan-Cortina 2026

The United Arab Emirates made history at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, marking its first-ever senior team debut. Alpine skiers Alexander Astridge and Piera Hudson proudly carried the UAE flag, showcasing the nation's growing commitment to winter sports. This milestone underscores a strategic, long-term vision for developing a sustainable…

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Mikaela Shiffrin’s Full Schedule of Events for 2026 Winter Olympics

Mikaela Shiffrin will compete in three events at her fourth Olympic Games.

Sports Illustrated

Milan Cortina Opening Ceremony Paraded the Wonder of Italy to the World

The 2026 Winter Olympics are officially underway with a rousing display of Italian culture in a nation that is constantly struggling with letting go of fond memories from its past.

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“I Feel Bad For The Athletes”: JD Vance Gets Booed At The Winter Olympics Inauguration Ceremony

“I'm afraid that this is just a small reflection of how America is viewed on the world stage!” wrote one netizen.

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