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#WinterOlympics #TeamUSA

Team USA finished the preliminary round undefeated, securing the top seed in Group C with a 5-1 win over Germany. Captain Auston Matthews scored twice. The team advances to the quarterfinals but must improve its slow starts. read more


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Koks Golden 500m Cements Speed Skating Supremacy

#WinterOlympics #SpeedSkating

Femke Kok overcame immense pressure to win Olympic 500m speed skating gold in a record 36.49 seconds. Teammate Jutta Leerdam took silver, while defending champion Erin Jackson finished fifth. Kok's victory caps two years of total dominance in the event. read more

Brignones Golden Double as Shiffrin Struggles

#WinterOlympics #AlpineSkiing

Federica Brignone won Olympic giant slalom gold in Italy, her second gold of the Games. She finished ahead of shared silver medalists Sara Hector and Thea Louise Stjernesund. American star Mikaela Shiffrin placed 11th, continuing her medal drought. read more

Brignone Soars as Italy Shines on Olympic Slopes

#WinterOlympics #Curling

GB leads Germany 5-2 in men's curling. In women's giant slalom, Brignone leads after a strong run, with Shiffrin seventh. Laura Nolte leads the monobob, while GB's Nicoll is 14th. Multiple medal events continue throughout the day. read more

Curling Scandal: Canada Denies Cheating, Alleges Swedish Plot

#CurlingControversy #WinterOlympics

Canadian curler Marc Kennedy denies cheating accusations by Sweden at the Winter Olympics, despite video evidence suggesting a rules violation. He speculates about a premeditated attack. The controversy has disrupted the typically calm sport, with officials now monitoring releases. read more

Brazilian Skier Wins Historic Winter Gold

#WinterOlympics #BrazilGold

Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won Olympic giant slalom gold with a powerful final run, securing South America's first Winter Games medal. He beat defending champion Marco Odermatt. The victory marks Brazil's first Alpine skiing gold. read more

Jacksons Reality TV Grit Fuels Olympic Gold Defense

#WinterOlympics #SpeedSkating

Erin Jackson defends her 500m Olympic speed skating title Sunday. The first Black woman to win individual Winter gold, she credits reality TV's "Special Forces" for building mental toughness. Her journey from inline skater to champion inspires many. read more

US Womens Curling Stuns Canada in Historic Olympic Upset

#WinterOlympics #CurlingHistory

The U.S. women's curling team secured its first-ever Olympic victory over Canada, a historic 9-8 win. The players expressed surprise and pride at the milestone against the world's top-ranked team during the 2026 Winter Games. read more

Totsuka Denies James Olympic Halfpipe Gold Again

#WinterOlympics #Snowboarding

Yuto Totsuka of Japan won Olympic gold in men's halfpipe snowboarding with a 95-point run. Scotty James of Australia took silver, his third Olympic medal. Japan's Ryusei Yamada earned bronze at the Milan Cortina Games. read more

Lawyer, 54, Becomes Oldest US Winter Olympian

#WinterOlympics #Curling

At 54, personal injury lawyer Rich Ruohonen became the oldest US Winter Olympian, making his curling debut as an alternate. The Minnesota native also spoke out against recent ICE raids in his home state during the Games. read more

Klaebo Ties Historic Winter Olympics Gold Medal Record

#WinterOlympics #CrossCountrySkiing

Norwegian skier Johannes Klaebo wins his eighth Olympic gold, tying the all-time Winter Games record. His victory in the men's 10km event at Milan Cortina 2026 matches the achievements of three other retired Norwegian legends. read more

Weston Eyes Gold as Britain Seeks First Milano Win

#WinterOlympics #SportsUpdate

A family's magical Italian holiday memory contrasts with Winter Olympics updates. Britain trails Italy in curling but battles back. Charlotte Bankes advances in snowboard cross. Seven gold medals are at stake on day seven of the Games. read more

Quad God Aims for Olympic Gold in Historic Skate

#WinterOlympics #FigureSkating

Ilia Malinin leads in men's figure skating, aiming for gold with a quad axel. The undefeated U.S. women's hockey team faces Italy. American snowboarder Alessandro Barbieri contends for a halfpipe medal. Key events conclude the first week. read more

54-Year-Old Curler Becomes Oldest U.S. Winter Olympian

#WinterOlympics #RecordBreaking

At 54, curler Rich Ruohonen became the oldest U.S. Winter Olympian, playing one end in an 8-3 loss to Switzerland. He appreciated the chance despite the lopsided score, surpassing a 1932 record. read more

Olympic Ice Dance Gold Marred by Partner Scandals

#WinterOlympics #FigureSkating

French ice dancers Fournier Beaudry and Cizeron narrowly won Olympic gold, overshadowed by assault and abuse allegations involving their former partners. The American silver medalists felt their flawless performance deserved victory. read more

McMorris Cleared for Slopestyle After Scary Crash

#WinterOlympics #Snowboarding

Canadian snowboarder Mark McMorris is set to compete in Olympic slopestyle after a training crash caused a concussion and pelvic injuries. The three-time bronze medalist missed the big air event but remains a top contender following medical clearance. read more

Finnish Ski Jump Coach Axed for Olympic Alcohol Breach

#WinterOlympics #SkiJumping

Finland's Olympic ski jumping head coach Igor Medved was sent home from the Winter Games for an alcohol-related violation of team rules. He apologized to the team, athletes, and fans for his mistake. read more

Alpine Avalanche Crisis Claims 13 Lives

#AlpineSafety #WinterOlympics

A record 13 skiers and hikers have died in the Italian Alps over a week, with 10 fatalities from avalanches. Hazardous snow conditions contrast with safe, monitored Winter Olympic venues nearby. Rescuers warn backcountry travelers to check avalanche bulletins. read more

Olympic Skeleton Star Disqualified Over War Tribute Helmet

#WinterOlympics #UkraineWar

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet honoring athletes killed in the Russia-Ukraine war. He refused to remove it, stating memory is more important than medals, defying IOC neutrality rules. read more

Myles Garrett Films Chloe Kims Olympic Quest

#WinterOlympics #SportsCouple

Myles Garrett supports girlfriend Chloe Kim at the 2026 Winter Olympics as she qualifies first for the snowboard halfpipe final. He aims to capture her run, and she could win a historic third consecutive gold medal. read more

Chloe Kim Dominates Halfpipe Qualifiers, Eyes Historic Gold

#ChloeKim #WinterOlympics

Chloe Kim dominated Olympic halfpipe qualifying in Livigno, securing a finals spot with a top score of 90.25. Despite a recent shoulder injury, she executed a flawless first run. The event paused after a serious fall by China's Liu Jiayu. read more

Historic Golds, Kims Return Define Olympic Day

#WinterOlympics #FigureSkating

American ice dancers Bates and Chock seek individual gold, sitting second after rhythm dance. Snowboarder Chloe Kim debuts in halfpipe qualification, competing with a shoulder brace after a recent injury. read more

Olympic Snowboarder Breaks Neck in Training Crash

#WinterOlympics #SnowboardingInjury

Australian snowboarder Cam Bolton broke his neck in a Winter Olympics training crash. The 35-year-old was airlifted to Milan after scans revealed fractures. Despite the injury, he remains in good spirits, but has been replaced on the team. read more

Austria Wins Historic Gold, Shiffrin Stumbles in Team Debut

#WinterOlympics #AlpineSkiing

Austria won Olympic gold in the new team combined event, with Germany taking silver. The U.S. team of Moltzan and Wiles earned bronze, while Mikaela Shiffrin finished fourth, extending her Olympic medal drought. read more

US Curler Slams ICE at Olympics

#WinterOlympics #ICEProtests

Team USA curler Rich Ruohonen criticized ICE operations in Minnesota during the Winter Olympics. He called the immigration sweeps wrong, citing constitutional rights. His comments follow other U.S. athletes speaking out against domestic policies during the Games. read more

Olympic Hockey Rivalry Reignites USA vs Canada

#WinterOlympics #TeamUSA

Mikaela Shiffrin debuts in the Olympic team combined event. The undefeated U.S. women's hockey team faces rival Canada. Key events include curling mixed doubles gold, figure skating with Ilia Malinin, and defending champions in cross-country and freeski. read more

Olympic Ice Awaits Historic U.S.-Canada Hockey Rivalry

#WinterOlympics #WomensHockey

The U.S. and Canada, women's hockey's top rivals, meet in a key Olympic preliminary game. Both are undefeated, with the U.S. favored after recent wins. The matchup is likely a preview of the gold medal game. read more

Malinin Aims for Olympic Gold with Historic Quad Axel

#QuadAxel #WinterOlympics

Inspired by Yuzuru Hanyu's 2022 attempt, Ilia Malinin made the quad axel—figure skating's hardest jump—a reality. Now a dominant world champion, he debuts at the Milan Olympics as the overwhelming gold medal favorite, aiming to cement his legacy. read more

Leerdams Golden Record, Paul Celebrates

#WinterOlympics #SpeedSkating

Dutch speedskater Jutta Leerdam won Olympic gold in the women's 1,000m with a Games record time. Her fiancé, Jake Paul, watched as she celebrated. Teammate Femke Kok took silver, while defending champion Miho Takagi earned bronze. read more

Jake Paul Supports Fiancée at Olympics Amid Controversy

#WinterOlympics #CelebrityNews

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul attended the Milan Cortina Olympics to support his fiancée, Dutch speedskater Jutta Leerdam, in the women's 1,000 meters. Leerdam, a former silver medalist and world champion, was a favorite for the event. read more

Olympic Ice Dancers Groove to 90s Nostalgia

#WinterOlympics #IceDance

Ice dancers craft '90s-themed Olympic routines with iconic music and elaborate costumes. The process involves months of creative collaboration, from music selection to choreography, aiming to engage audiences and judges while showcasing personal style and storytelling. read more

Olympic Skier Faces Threats After Anti-ICE Protest

#WinterOlympics #SocialMediaBacklash

British skier Gus Kenworthy received supportive and threatening messages after posting an anti-ICE protest on Instagram. He shared that some threats included violent wishes and slurs following his criticism of the U.S. immigration agency. read more

Winter Olympics Heat Up Amid Climate Alarm

#ClimateChange #WinterOlympics

Olympic fans in Cortina for the 2026 Winter Games encountered unseasonably warm weather, shedding winter coats as snow melted. Climate change makes such warmth three times likelier, challenging winter sports and prompting schedule adaptations for safety and fairness. read more

Olympian Faces Death Threats After ICE Post

#WinterOlympics #SocialMediaBacklash

British freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy received death threats after an anti-ICE social media post. He condemned the hate but affirmed his right to protest injustice while expressing love for America. The 2026 Olympian stands by his stance. read more

Gu Eyes Gold in Pivotal Olympic Monday

#WinterOlympics #EileenGu

Eileen Gu aims for her first 2026 gold in ski slopestyle finals Monday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The day also features U.S. women's hockey, ice dance, and snowboard big air, where Anna Gasser could make history. read more

Malinin Clinches US Olympic Gold in Thrilling Finish

#FigureSkating #WinterOlympics

Ilia Malinin's free skate secured Olympic team gold for the United States, narrowly defeating Japan's late surge. Host Italy claimed bronze. The dramatic victory was anchored by Malinin's performance under intense pressure at the Milano Cortina Games. read more

Olympians Flag Comments Spark Trump Fury

#WinterOlympics #USPolitics

Freestyle skier Hunter Hess expressed "mixed emotions" about representing the US at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Former President Donald Trump subsequently called him a "real loser" for his ambivalent comments. read more

Vonns Olympic Career Ends in Crash; Teammate Wins Gold

#WinterOlympics #Skiing

Lindsey Vonn's final Olympics ended in a crash during the downhill, requiring an airlift. Competing at 41 with a ruptured ACL, her bid for gold concluded tragically. Teammate Breezy Johnson won the event. read more

Meloni Calls Anti-Olympics Protesters Enemies of Italy

#WinterOlympics #ItalyProtests

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni called anti-Olympics protesters "enemies of Italy" after clashes in Milan and railway sabotage near Bologna. The violence occurred during the Winter Games, with police using water cannon and making arrests. read more

Vonn Defies Injury in Stunning Olympic Comeback

#WinterOlympics #LindseyVonn

Lindsey Vonn competes in the women's downhill final at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics just days after a severe knee injury. Meanwhile, Team USA aims to maintain its lead in the figure skating mixed team event. read more