Winter Olympics 2026 Results Hub Launches
For the first time in two decades, the Winter Games return to Western Europe, with Italy preparing to host more than 3,500 athletes from 93 nations across two regions, two provinces, and two iconic cities: Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
What to Expect in Our News & Results Hub
From today, our dedicated Winter Olympics 2026 News & Results Hub is live. Over the coming weeks and throughout the Games, this is where you’ll find:
- 🏅 Daily Results Round-Ups – full medal tables, GB highlights, and key results.
- 📰 Breaking News – from athlete updates to schedule changes and weather conditions.
- 🇬🇧 Team GB Stories – following Britain’s Alpine, snowboard, and freestyle stars.
- ❄️ On-the-Ground Insight – venue updates, snow reports, and atmosphere direct from Italy.
Stay tuned — from here on, our hub will bring you every twist, turn, jump, and race on the road to Milano Cortina 2026. Bookmark this page, follow along, and get ready: the Winter Olympics 2026 are almost here.
29th October 2025
Bormio Gears Up for Milano Cortina 2026
With just 100 days to go until the start of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the Alpine town of Bormio is preparing to take centre stage. On February 7th, 2026, the opening day of competition, the legendary Stelvio slope will host the first medal event of the Games, the men’s downhill.
From that moment through to February 21st, Bormio will welcome the world’s best alpine skiers for all of the men’s alpine events, including the slalom, giant slalom and super-G. It will also mark the Olympic debut of ski mountaineering, a discipline rooted in mountain heritage, now poised to capture global attention.
The Stelvio is no ordinary slope. Since its debut on the World Cup circuit in 1993 and after hosting the Alpine World Ski Championships in 1985 and 2005, it has earned a reputation as one of the most demanding and exhilarating courses on the calendar. With a vertical drop of 1,023 metres, it is often referred to as the La Scala of skiing, a nod to Italy’s most iconic opera house and a fitting metaphor for the drama and precision required to master it.
Swiss ski star Marco Odermatt will arrive in Bormio as the man to beat. Italy’s own Dominik Paris, who holds honorary citizenship in Bormio and has long dominated on the Stelvio, will be joined by Mattia Casse and slalom specialist Tommaso Sala in carrying home hopes for gold.
“We’ve been preparing for a long time and the goal is clear. To reach peak form on the Stelvio, one of my favourite runs, in a magnificent place I feel deeply connected to,” Paris said.
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While alpine racing headlines the schedule, the historic debut of ski mountaineering brings added significance to Bormio’s Olympic role. On February 19th, the men’s and women’s sprint events will unfold at a purpose-built course near the base of the Stelvio, followed by the mixed relay on February 21st.
Expect a fierce contest between leading nations including France, Switzerland and Spain. Among the medal favourites are French duo Thibault Anselmet and Emily Harrop, Spanish champion Oriol Cardona Coll, and Germany’s Finn Hösch. Italy will field a strong team, including Nicolò Canclini, a Bormio native and reigning world champion.
“The countdown makes everything feel closer. This is a unique opportunity for Bormio and for ski mountaineering to shine on the world stage,” Canclini said.
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Preparations in the town are progressing steadily. According to Mayor Silvia Cavazzi, the Olympic spirit is already alive in Bormio, with institutions, local businesses and residents working together to create a welcoming and unforgettable experience.
“Construction is on schedule but so is our hospitality. We want visitors from around the world to feel the warmth and uniqueness of our town,” Cavazzi noted.
For Samanta Antonioli, Councillor for Sports, Tourism and Olympics, the Games represent more than sport. They are a platform to showcase the region’s culture, infrastructure and identity.
“The Olympics are a catalyst for sustainable development and regional pride. These final 100 days are the crucial stretch that will shape how we deliver this moment to the world,” Antonioli said.
Dario Da Zanche, President of Fondazione Bormio, echoed the excitement and collective energy driving preparations.
“The Olympics are our chance to show the world the true spirit of Bormio. This is not just about 2026 but about building a lasting legacy for the Stelvio and our region.”
Bormio is ready to make history!
8th October 2026
Olympic Village Handed Over Ahead of 2026 Winter Games
The road to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics just hit a major milestone and the brand-new Athletes’ Village in Milan is officially complete and has been handed over to Games organisers.
Built by global architecture firm SOM (Skidmore, Owings & Merrill) and Italian developer COIMA, the Olympic Village was delivered 30 days ahead of schedule which is a rare feat in Olympic history. Designed with sustainability and legacy in mind, it’s not just a temporary home for athletes but a future community hub for Milan.
When the Games begin, the Village will host athletes competing across 16 disciplines, from the freestyle playgrounds of Livigno to the ice arenas of Milan. Once the medals have been handed out, the complex will transform into Italy’s largest student housing project, providing more than 1,700 beds and new public green spaces.
Every element has been built with the mountains in mind, from energy-efficient systems and rooftop solar panels to passive cooling that reduces environmental impact. The site blends new architecture with restored historic buildings and open areas designed for post-Games life, ensuring that Milan’s Olympic investment lasts long after the final race.
“We were compelled by the opportunity to design something for one purpose — and transform it for another — in the most sustainable way possible,” said Colin Koop, Partner at SOM.
Manfredi Catella, CEO of COIMA, added that the Village “sets a new benchmark for sustainability and legacy in Olympic development.”
Read more about the Olympic Village and Milano Cortina 2026 HERE
17th September 2025
70 Days to Go: Olympic Flame and Fan Excitement Build for Milano Cortina 2026
With just 70 days until the Olympic flame is lit in Olympia, Greece, the countdown to Milano Cortina 2026 has truly begun. Preparations for the Winter Games are now moving into their final, full-speed phase – and for fans, the excitement is already starting to spread far beyond the Alps.
A Torch Relay Like No Other
Perhaps the most symbolic moment in the run-up to any Games is the Olympic Torch Relay, and Milano Cortina’s will be one for the record books. Over 63 days, the flame will cover 12,000km, cross 20 regions and 110 provinces, and pass through several UNESCO World Heritage sites.
No fewer than 10,001 torchbearers will carry the flame, each with their own story, linking communities together as anticipation builds. Expect daily celebrations in towns and cities along the way – from school children to athletes to local heroes – all part of Italy’s mission to make these Games belong not just to Milan and Cortina, but to the entire nation.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry captured that spirit when she said:
“This is the first time we’re going to see Games spread across so many regions. Let’s make them not just incredible for Milan and Cortina, but for all of Italy – especially in today’s world where everything can feel divided.”
Fans at the Heart of the Games
It’s not just athletes preparing for February. Fan engagement is already front and centre. The Organising Committee has just launched its official Games-time website, and another release of Opening Ceremony tickets is coming on 16 September. Demand is high – with almost 800,000 of the 1.5 million tickets already sold.
That appetite has been fuelled by cultural events staged across Italy’s host regions, which have already involved an estimated six million people. From school programmes to public festivals, the Olympic spirit is spreading well beyond the slopes of Bormio and Cortina.
Kristin Kloster, Chair of the IOC Coordination Commission, summed it up neatly:
“With events spread across multiple regions, we must ensure every athlete and fan feels the magic and the unique Italian spirit of these Games.”
Building for the Future
Unlike past Games, Milano Cortina is following a new model: 85% of competition venues already exist. That means less construction, more sustainability, and more focus on legacy. The Milan Olympic Village is being built on a former railway yard and will later become Italy’s largest student housing complex. In the mountains, new community services and infrastructure are being created to outlast the Games.
Environmental promises are also strong: 100% renewable electricity, reuse of 20,000 venue items from Paris 2024, and a focus on renting rather than buying. For fans and athletes alike, this is a Games with one eye firmly on the future.
The Final Stretch
From test events on the slopes to training sessions for 18,000 volunteers (clocking up an impressive 270,000 hours of preparation), the final pieces of the puzzle are now being slotted into place.
For ski fans, this means the countdown is officially on. From the Men’s Downhill on Bormio’s Stelvio to the freestyle and snowboard contests in Livigno, Milano Cortina 2026 promises to showcase the best of winter sport in one of the most spectacular settings on Earth.
The flame will soon be on its way. The question is – where will you be when it finally arrives?
👉 Tickets are available via the Official Milano Cortina 2026 Site. Hospitality packages are available through On Location.