Wednesday at the Milan-Cortina Olympics promises an exciting lineup of events across various disciplines. Athletes will compete for medals in skating, skiing, curling, and more, showcasing top talent from around the globe.
Key Events to Watch at the Olympics
Speed Skating
The men’s 1000 meters in long-track speed skating will feature Canadian Laurent Dubreuil. The 33-year-old from Lévis previously won silver at the Beijing 2022 Games and seeks to secure another medal.
Skeleton
Canadian athletes Hallie Clarke and Jane Channell will compete in the final rounds of the women’s skeleton starting at 4:00 AM. Josip Brusic will also represent Canada in the men’s final heats.
Snowboarding
- Women’s halfpipe qualifications begin at 4:30 AM, featuring Elizabeth Hosking, Felicity Geremia, and Brooke Dhont.
Freestyle Skiing
At 5:00 AM, Maia Schwinghammer, making her Olympic debut, aims for a medal in freestyle skiing. The 24-year-old has already claimed a bronze medal at the 2025 World Championships.
Alpine Skiing
The men’s super-G will commence at 5:30 AM, showcasing four Canadian skiers. Among them is James “Jack” Crawford, a seasoned competitor with a bronze from the last Olympics.
Biathlon
- The women’s 15 km individual race starts at 8:15 AM, featuring Nadia Moser, Shilo Rousseau, Pascale Paradis, and Benita Peiffer as part of a 91-member field.
Men’s Hockey Tournament
The men’s hockey tournament kicks off at 10:40 AM with a match between Slovakia and Finland, highlighting NHL teammates Juraj Slafkovsky and Oliver Kapanen.
Luge Competition
- The luge events are scheduled for 11:00 AM and 11:51 AM, with Canadian teams participating in both men’s and women’s doubles.
Men’s Curling
The Canadian men’s curling team starts preliminary matches against Germany at 1:05 PM, led by skip Brad Jacobs, an Olympic gold medalist from 2014.
Figure Skating
Ice dancers Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier, both 34, are set to compete in the free dance at 1:30 PM. This event could mark their final Olympic appearance together.
Closing Hockey Match
Italy will debut in men’s hockey at 3:10 PM, facing off against Sweden in front of a home crowd.
This comprehensive schedule highlights the diversity of sports and the competitive spirit present at the Milan-Cortina Olympics. Fans can expect thrilling performances and the thrill of potential medal wins across multiple disciplines.
