Jon Hamm Inspires Team USA with Motivational Speech for Milan 2026 Olympics
The highly anticipated Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games are set to start on February 6, 2026. Host coverage will be provided by NBC and Peacock, spanning from the Opening Ceremony to various sporting events.
Jon Hamm’s Motivational Speech for Team USA
In a recent promotional spot for NBCUniversal, actor Jon Hamm delivers an inspiring speech to the U.S. Men’s Hockey team. This spot premiered during the coverage of the Houston Texans versus Kansas City Chiefs match on Sunday Night Football.
Hamm greets the team with enthusiasm, asking, “Did you guys feel that?” His speech aims to energize the players as they prepare for their journey to Milan. Reflecting on the U.S. Olympic men’s hockey team’s historic achievements, Hamm encourages them to aim for “the biggest prize of all.” This moment sparks a lively exchange among players, including NHL stars Jack Eichel, Quinn Hughes, Auston Matthews, Charlie McAvoy, and Brady Tkachuk.
Team USA’s Rivalry with Canada
The longstanding rivalry between the U.S. and Canada intensifies as the teams gear up for the upcoming games. Historically, this rivalry dates back to the 1920 Antwerp Olympics. In that tournament, Canada defeated the U.S. to secure the first-ever Olympic hockey gold medal.
- Canada has won a total of 9 Olympic men’s hockey gold medals.
- The U.S. has 11 Olympic men’s ice hockey medals, including 2 golds.
- The most-watched hockey game in U.S. history remains the 2010 Olympic final against Canada.
The rivalry extends into women’s hockey, as the teams have met in gold medal matches in six out of seven Olympic Winter Games, with Canada leading the head-to-head 4-2.
Upcoming Olympic Events
The men’s hockey gold medal game will take place on February 22, 2026, broadcast live on NBC and Peacock. The complete roster for Team USA will be revealed at a later date, adding further excitement to the upcoming tournament.
Jon Hamm’s Background
Jon Hamm is a recognized figure in the entertainment industry, having won multiple Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe awards. Known for his role as Don Draper in “Mad Men,” Hamm is also a dedicated fan of the St. Louis Blues. His prominence in television and film includes significant appearances in “Fargo,” “Baby Driver,” and “Top Gun: Maverick.”
Following its debut, the promotional spot featuring Hamm will continue to air across NBCUniversal’s various platforms, providing ongoing coverage as the Olympics approach.
The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics
- Event Dates: February 6-22, 2026
- Locations: Milan and Cortina, Italy
- Previous Olympic Events in Italy:
- 1956 Cortina Olympics
- 1960 Rome Olympics
- 2006 Torino Olympics
This will be the second hosting of the Winter Olympics in Cortina and the fourth overall for Italy. As excitement grows for this global sporting event, the spotlight remains on Team USA as they prepare to compete for Olympic glory.
