Must-Watch Day 1 Events: Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics Full Schedule

The Winter Olympics at Milano Cortina 2026 have officially begun, marking a significant day for athletes and fans alike. Day 1 promises a series of exciting events, culminating in the first medal competitions. Here’s what to expect as the games unfold.

Key Athletes to Watch

Several athletes are poised to make headlines in their respective events. Here are some notable contenders:

• Canadian Speedskater: From La Baie, Quebec, this athlete has won a silver and bronze in recent World Cup races at the 3,000 meters.
• Isabelle Weidemann: Another Canadian, this ski jumper has shown promise in training rounds leading up to the normal hill competition.
• Calgary’s Downhill Racer: Although not at the top of the season’s standings, this athlete secured first place in Friday’s final training run.
• Canadian Snowboarder: Hailing from Lac Beauport, this athlete surprised many by qualifying sixth for the big air final.

Day 1 Event Schedule

The following events will take place on the first day of competition, all times in Eastern Standard Time:

• Alpine Skiing: Men’s Downhill at 5:30 a.m.
• Cross-Country Skiing: Women’s 10 km + 10 km Skiathlon at 7:00 a.m.
• Speedskating: Women’s 3,000 meters at 10:00 a.m.
• Luge: Men’s Singles Run 1 at 11:00 a.m.; Run 2 at 12:32 p.m.
• Ski Jumping: Women’s Normal Hill Final starting at 1:57 p.m.
• Snowboarding: Men’s Big Air Final at 1:30 p.m.
• Women’s Hockey: Canada vs. Switzerland at 3:10 p.m.

Team Events and Additional Matches

The day will also feature several mixed doubles curling matches, where various countries will compete, including:

• Great Britain vs. Canada at 4:05 a.m.
• Switzerland vs. Sweden at 4:05 a.m.
• Estonia vs. Norway at 8:35 a.m.
• Canada vs. Estonia at 1:05 p.m.

Additional Hockey Matches

Women’s hockey will showcase the following matches:

• Germany vs. Japan at 6:10 a.m.
• Sweden vs. Italy at 8:40 a.m.
• U.S. vs. Finland at 10:40 a.m.

The excitement is palpable as athletes prepare to showcase their skills. Fans can look forward to a thrilling start at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, with medals on the line during this highly anticipated first day of events.