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When is the Winter Olympics opening ceremony? Start time, how to watch and who is performing today

The San Siro will play host to a star-studded launch event

Evening Standard

DJs, air hockey, and 5,000 teabags: Inside the Olympic village

‘We try to make it a home away from home’, says Team GB’s Carly Hodgson of the team’s quiet corner of Milan

The Independent UK

Anti-ICE backlash and Vance’s presence fail to chill enthusiasm as USA get Winter Olympics underway

Despite local anti-ICE protests and the potential for disruption around US vice-president JD Vance’s appearance at Thursday night’s ice hockey opener, Team USA’s Games appear to have got off to a smooth start

The Independent UK

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JD Vance’s first Olympic appearance unfolds with more photo-ops than protests

Amid officials’ concern about vocal crowd reactions against the US, the vice-president’s visit to a hockey game felt closer to theater than geopolitics

The Guardian - US

20 Steaming Photos Of 2026 Winter Olympics Athletes That Deserve Gold

Meet 20 elite stars and breakout champions making the 2026 Winter Olympics absolutely sizzle.

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There's a sneaky way to watch Winter Olympics 2026 *FREE* in the USA

How to watch free Winter Olympics coverage in the USA, and catch Lindsey Vonn, Jordan Stolz, Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu and Mikaela Shiffrin at Milano Cortina.

Tom’s Guide

San Siro: Winter Olympics opening ceremony marks the end of an era for an iconic stadium

It was inaugurated on Sept. 19, 1926 when Inter beat Milan 6-2 in a friendly match

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Three Takeaways From U.S. Women’s Ice Hockey Win vs. Czechia in Olympic Opener

It was a dominant showing for the United States.

Sports Illustrated

The controversy behind Team GB’s banned skeleton helmet and the hunt for Winter Olympics glory

Matt Weston concedes the timing of the potential ban could have been better, but Team GB remain bullish over their chances on the ice

The Independent UK

Why athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics are finally being given more power to monetise their performances

The 2026 Winter Olympics have come at a turning point in sport in terms of how Olympians are allowed to monetise their performances. In December, the governing body the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that, for the first time, Olympians would have access to footage from their competitions to use…

The Conversation

Team GB chief predicts ‘most potent’ Winter Games ever with sights set on eight medals

Eve Muirhead, Britain’s chef de mission at the Milano Cortina Games, said: ‘We have the capability to disrupt the norm’

The Guardian - UK

Meet the Winter Olympics’ Newest Adventure-Packed Sport: Ski Mountaineering

The 2026 Games will feature just one new sport in the program: skimo. It follows in the IOC’s tradition of experimentation that has brought us several mainstays, as well as a few oddballs.

Sports Illustrated

The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics get underway: Action in photos

Training and practice sessions were underway a day ahead of the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as mixed doubles curling round robin play and preliminary round women's ice hockey matches began.

The Independent UK

As the climate changes, what does the future hold for the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games?

The 25th Winter Olympic Games are upon us, with Italy set to host the Games for the fourth time. The schedule at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics is set to look similar to previous iterations of the event: a mix of snow and ice sports held on what is…

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The Independent UK

Jojo Siwa fears for Chris Hughes’ life as he takes on Winter Olympics stunt

JoJo Siwa revealed her fears for partner Chris Hughes’ life as he tried a daring sport ahead of the Winter Olympics.

The Independent UK

Cortina is abuzz for the Winter Olympics. Co-host Milan not so much

The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are highlighting the contrast between the two host cities

The Independent UK

US Olympic leaders in Milan set goals to be respectful guests and good team players

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Tate McRae Blasted As “Traitor” Over Team USA Olympics Ad After Fans Discover Her Nationality

“Bieber would never do this to us,” one commented online after singer Tate McRae was seen supporting Team USA in an ad for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games.

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'Crazy': Aussie in tears as Olympics start in style

Australian Valentino Guseli was overcome with emotion after "one of the most amazing moments" of his life, having started the Winter Olympics in stunning style.

The Independent UK

Skeleton world champion Matt Weston plays down possible ban on new GB helmets

Weston has tasted victory in five of seven World Cup events this season.

The Independent UK

Winter Olympics ‘penis-gate’ sparks anti-doping concerns

Extraordinary questions have arisen over the prospect of athletes injecting acid into the penis, which would theoretically increase the suit sizes of ski-jumpers and improve aerodynamics

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Athlete Reveals Winter Olympics Milan Rooms After Paris’ Beds Went Viral For Hindering Intimacy

Ice dancer Phebe Bekker shared a review of her bed at the Olympic Village ahead of the Winter Games following the scandal over Paris' eco-friendly beds.

Sports Illustrated

Lindsey Vonn Workout Video Proves She’s Ready to Complete Her Olympic Comeback

Lindsey Vonn posted a workout video days after tearing her ACL. She will compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Radio France Internationale

Six Nations returns for a shortened tournament with clear favourites

The Six Nations kicks off this evening with a rare Thursday night fixture to avoid clashing with Friday's Winter Olympics opening ceremony, as France host Ireland in Paris. In other changes, this year's tournament will run for six weeks rather than seven.

The Independent UK

After questions and concerns, the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are ready to go as a new era arrives

When the Winter Games kick off with the opening ceremony on Friday it won’t just be the athletes who are going to be tested

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