Milano Cortina 2026 continues to deliver thrilling moments for Team Canada, and Day 13 promises more excitement for fans. Although the schedule isn’t packed with events, key competitions in women’s hockey and curling will seize center stage, alongside qualifying rounds in freestyle skiing and a long track speed skating event. Here’s a breakdown of what Canadian athletes will be aiming for on February 19th.
The highlight of the day is undoubtedly the gold medal game in women’s hockey, a highly anticipated rematch between Canada and the United States. Beyond the ice, Canada’s curling teams will be battling for playoff positioning, and athletes will compete in freestyle skiing qualifications. These events offer compelling viewing opportunities for supporters following Team Canada’s journey at the Winter Olympics.
Curling: Final Round Robin Battles
The men’s and women’s curling teams face crucial matches as the round robin stage draws to a close. Team Jacobs will take on Norway at 3:05 a.m. ET, with their semifinal opponent determined afterward at 1:05 p.m. ET. Hockey Canada’s schedule provides a full overview of the curling competition.
Team Homan faces a must-win scenario against South Korea at 8:05 a.m. ET to secure a playoff berth. Canada, South Korea, and the United States are all tied with 5-3 records, but the United States holds the tiebreaker advantage due to their head-to-head victory over Canada.
Freestyle Skiing: Halfpipe Qualifications
Due to forecasted inclement weather, the qualification round and final for men’s aerials have been postponed to Thursday. However, the qualification rounds for both men’s and women’s ski halfpipe remain on schedule. Dylan Marineau, Brendan Mackay, and Andrew Longino will compete in the first men’s qualification run at 4:30 a.m. ET, followed by the second run at 5:27 a.m. ET.
On the women’s side, Rachael Karker, Cassie Sharpe, Amy Fraser, and Dillan Glennie will compete in the first qualification run at 1:30 p.m. ET, with the second run scheduled for 2:27 p.m. ET. The top 12 athletes from each event, based on their best scores across both runs, will advance to the finals.
Hockey: Canada vs. USA for Gold
The long-awaited gold medal game in women’s hockey will see Team Canada face off against Team USA at 1:10 p.m. ET. This matchup is a renewal of a fierce rivalry, as Team Canada aims to defend its Olympic title. The teams have a storied history of competitive games, and this contest promises to be another classic.
Speed Skating: Men’s 1500m
The men’s 1500m long track speed skating event will begin at 10:30 a.m. ET, featuring Canadian skaters Daniel Hall in the third pairing and David La Rue in the fifth pairing. This event offers another opportunity for Team Canada to compete for a medal.
As Day 13 unfolds, Team Canada will be striving for success across multiple disciplines. The women’s hockey gold medal game is the clear centerpiece, but strong performances in curling and freestyle skiing, along with a competitive showing in speed skating, will contribute to Canada’s overall Olympic narrative. Fans can follow all the action and cheer on their athletes as they compete on the world stage.
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