Milan is buzzing with excitement as key events unfold at the Cortina Games this Saturday, February 21. Athletes from various countries are competing for medals, and fans are eager to see who will triumph. Here are the highlights to watch on this important day.
Men’s Curling Final
Canada aims to reclaim gold in men’s curling, a title they haven’t held since Sochi 2014. Brad Jacobs, who led Canada to victory in 2014, is back as the skip of the Calgary-based rink. They will face Scotland’s Bruce Mouat and Great Britain in the final.
Women’s Curling Bronze Match
- Team: Canada vs. United States
- Skip: Rachel Homan for Canada
- Previous Performance: Canada last medaled in women’s curling in 2014
Men’s Hockey Bronze Matchup
The Olympic men’s hockey tournament will feature a bronze medal matchup between Finland and Slovakia. Finland, the defending champions, recently lost in the semifinals against Canada. Slovakia, on the other hand, is aiming for a consecutive bronze medal after achieving third place at the Beijing 2022 Games.
Women’s Mass Start Speedskating
Valérie Maltais, fresh off her bronze medal in the 1,500 meters, is set to compete in the women’s mass start final. She will be joined by Ivanie Blondin, the silver medalist from the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
Canadian Ski Cross Competitors
Four Canadian athletes will compete in men’s ski cross, including Reece Howden from Chilliwack, B.C. Howden has previously won three Crystal Globes and aims to improve on his ninth-place finish from Beijing 2022.
Women’s Halfpipe Freestyle Skiing
Canadian freestyle skiers are competing in the women’s halfpipe event, with Cassie Sharpe leading the hope for medals. Sharpe won gold in Pyeongchang 2018 and silver in Beijing 2022 but faced an injury during qualification.
- Competitors: Cassie Sharpe, Amy Fraser, Rachael Karker
- Sharpe’s Condition: Qualified before an injury forced her off the course
This Saturday’s events at the Milan Cortina Games promise thrilling competitions as athletes strive for glory. Stay tuned for the latest updates and results.
