Canada’s Achievements on Day 3 of Milano Cortina 2026
On February 9, 2026, Team Canada achieved significant results during Day 3 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. From freestyle skiing to women’s hockey, Canadian athletes showcased resilience and skill, contributing to the country’s growing medal count.
Freestyle Skiing Achievements
Megan Oldham secured a bronze medal in the women’s ski slopestyle event. After a challenging crash during her second run, she rebounded with a strong performance, scoring 76.46 points. This score held up against a fierce challenge from Great Britain’s Kirsty Muir, the reigning X Games champion. Naomi Urness, also competing for Canada, finished seventh with a score of 64.73 on her third run.
Long Track Speed Skating
In women’s 1000m speed skating, Béatrice Lamarche led the Canadian team, placing fifth with a time of 1:14.73. This marks Canada’s best Olympic performance in this event since the Vancouver 2010 Olympics. Canadian debutants Carolina Hiller-Donnelly and Rose Laliberté-Roy finished 26th and 27th, respectively.
- Béatrice Lamarche: 5th place, 1:14.73
- Carolina Hiller-Donnelly: 26th place, 1:17.156
- Rose Laliberté-Roy: 27th place, 1:17.50
Figure Skating Update
Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier are currently in third place after their rhythm dance, scoring 86.18 points. They trail behind France’s Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron, and Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates. Other Canadian pairs include Marjorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha, in ninth, and Marie-Jade Lauriault and Romain Le Gac, in 15th.
Women’s Hockey Performance
Team Canada continued their strong showing with a 5-1 victory over Czechia, improving their record to 2-0 in the women’s hockey tournament. Julia Gosling led the scoresheet with two goals. The team prepares for a highly anticipated match against the United States on Tuesday at 2:10 p.m. ET.
Curling and Luge Recap
In curling, Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant concluded their mixed doubles round-robin, defeating Switzerland 8-4. Despite the victory, they were unable to advance to the playoffs, finishing fifth overall. In luge, Trinity Ellis placed 15th, while fellow Olympian Embyr-Lee Susko finished 17th in the women’s singles event at the Cortina Sliding Centre.
Ski Jumping Results
Mackenzie Boyd-Clowes competed in the men’s individual normal hill ski jumping event, finishing in 45th place with 110.8 points. Only the top 30 advanced to the final round, but Boyd-Clowes made a notable return to competition this season after a lengthy hiatus.
Team Canada continues to demonstrate determination and skill, preparing for more events in the coming days of the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.
