Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has announced its broadcast strategy for the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, focusing on its TNT Sports division. This marks a significant debut for TNT Sports, which will deliver extensive live coverage of the Olympics.
TNT Sports Team and Coverage Plans
A dedicated team of presenters and experts has been appointed to provide comprehensive coverage:
- Amy Williams MBE, 2010 skeleton gold medallist, will analyze sliding events.
- Aimee Fuller, a two-time Olympian, will offer insights into freestyle skiing and snowboarding.
- Vicki Chalmers, a bronze medallist in curling, and Lamin Deen, an Olympic bobsleigh pilot, will serve as pundits.
- Commentary will feature veteran alpine skiers Ed Drake and Charlie Guest.
Orla Chennaoui and Reshmin Chowdhury will host the UK studio coverage. Their shows will include a daily live morning segment and end-of-day summaries that discuss major Olympic developments.
Live Reporting from Italy
On-site correspondents will include Radzi Chinyanganya, Lutalo Muhammad, and Laura Robson. They will report from various venues in Cortina, including the WBD House studios.
Highlighting the coverage, Eve Muirhead MBE, who led Team GB to curling gold in Beijing 2022, will contribute as the Team GB Chef de Mission for this Olympic cycle.
Extensive Coverage on Discovery+
TNT Sports will provide more than 850 hours of live coverage from the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, encompassing all events, venues, and medal competitions. Coverage will be accessible on discovery+ for all subscription plans, including:
- TNT Sports 2 as the primary channel for Olympic events.
- Daily coverage starting at 8 AM with “Buongiorno Milano.” This show will preview the day’s events and discuss key topics.
- Live events from 9 AM to 10 PM, followed by wrap-up segments featuring guest analysts.
Viewers can expect highlights and replays continuing late into the night. Innovative features like Gold Medal Alerts will notify viewers of upcoming medal moments, enhancing their experience.
Documentaries Leading Up to the Games
In conjunction with its Olympic coverage, WBD will premiere two original documentaries on TNT Sports:
- “She Who Dares” follows five pioneering female athletes from Team GB.
- “Keep Calm and Slalom” chronicles the journey of Team GB’s ski slalom athletes on a limited budget, showcasing their determination against larger national teams.
Both documentaries will debut at the end of January, serving as a lead-up to the Olympics, which commence on February 6, 2026, with the Opening Ceremony at Milan’s San Siro stadium.
Conclusion
WBD is positioned to deliver a rich Olympic experience for viewers, with immersive features and extensive coverage planned for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. As the new home of the Olympics in the UK, TNT Sports aims to offer unparalleled access and storytelling around these historic games.
