The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina will feature an exciting showdown in men’s halfpipe freestyle skiing. The event will take place at the Livigno Snow Park, where it serves as the closing competition.
Men’s Halfpipe Freestyle Skiing Schedule
The finals for the men’s halfpipe event are set for Friday, February 20, 2026. Following this, the women’s finals will occur on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Both competitions will take place at night, adding to the spectacle of the events.
Key Competitors
- Alex Ferreira: A two-time Olympic medalist, Ferreira aims for gold to complete his medal set.
- Nick Goepper: Making his Olympic halfpipe debut, Goepper is a three-time Olympic medalist in slopestyle and a contender after winning a World Cup event and earning silver at the 2026 X Games.
- Finley Melville Ives: At 19, Ives is the current World Cup points leader and recently clinched a victory at the X Games halfpipe.
- Hunter Hess: A two-time X Games medalist who adds depth to Team USA.
- Birk Irving: The reigning World Cup champion, further strengthening the team’s lineup.
- Gus Kenworthy: The British skier returns from retirement for his fourth Winter Olympics, bringing valuable experience.
Defending Champion
With the retirement of defending Olympic champion Nico Porteous, the competition is wide open for a new winner. Ferreira enters the games as one of the top favorites, backed by an impressive season performance.
The upcoming men’s halfpipe finals at the 2026 Winter Olympics promise to deliver thrilling action and showcase the talent of some of the world’s best freestyle skiers, making it a must-watch event for sports enthusiasts.
