The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics continues today, February 20th, with a full slate of events. Olympic Daytime coverage begins with women’s bobsleigh, offering viewers a chance to witness the speed and precision of this thrilling winter sport. The broadcast kicks off at noon Eastern Time (9 a.m. Pacific Time), promising a dynamic start to the day’s competitions.
Today’s schedule features a diverse range of events, including freestyle skiing, biathlon, and speed skating, alongside the ongoing bobsleigh action. The United States, Switzerland, New Zealand, and Canada are all represented in events taking place today, with athletes vying for coveted Olympic medals. The day will observe six more Winter Olympics medal events awarded, building on the excitement of the games so far.
Women’s Bobsleigh Takes Center Stage
The women’s bobsleigh competition is set to be a highlight of Olympic Daytime. Bree Walker of Australia, who finished eighth in the monobob event, will return to the track alongside Kiara Reddingius in the two-woman event. They will be joined by fellow Australian team Sarah Blizzard and Desi Johnson, both competing in the heats. The first heat is scheduled to begin at 4:00 AM AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time), with the second heat following at 5:50 AM AEDT. More details on the Australian teams’ participation are available here.
Freestyle Skiing and Aerials Action
Beyond bobsleigh, freestyle skiing is also a major focus on Day 14. Nick Goepper of Team United States is warming up for the Men’s Freeski Halfpipe Qualification, as seen in photos from Livigno Snow Park. Images of Goepper and other athletes preparing for competition are available here. Connor Curran of Team United States is competing in the Men’s Aerials Final, while Pirmin Werner of Team Switzerland also takes to the skies. Unfortunately, Gustav Legnavsky of Team New Zealand experienced a fall during the Men’s Freeski Halfpipe Qualification. Hunter Hess of Team United States is also competing in the halfpipe qualification. China’s Wang Xindi won the men’s freeski aerials earlier today.
Medal Updates and Other Events
Germany’s Daniela Maier secured gold in the women’s ski cross, while Norway’s Johannes Dale-Skjevdal claimed victory in the men’s biathlon 15km mass start. Brittany Bowe of the United States narrowly missed gold in the speed skating women’s 1500m, according to live updates from The Athletic. The schedule also includes the women’s 1,500-meter and short track 1,500-meter speed skating events, as well as the men’s short track 5,000-meter relay. Semifinal matches are also underway for the men’s hockey teams of Canada and the United States, and the women’s curling teams of both nations.
The Winter Olympics continue to deliver thrilling moments and fierce competition. As athletes push their limits and chase Olympic glory, fans around the world are tuning in to witness the spectacle. The Milano Cortina 2026 games are showcasing the best of winter sports, and Day 14 promises to be another day filled with excitement and memorable performances.
Stay tuned for further updates as the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics progresses. The coming days will reveal more medalists and unforgettable moments. Share your thoughts on the games and your favorite athletes in the comments below.
