Major Ice Hockey Upset Highlights Day 5 of Winter Olympics 2026
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina have undoubtedly delivered excitement on Day 5, with eight gold medals contested. This day featured impressive performances across various disciplines, highlighting both emerging and established talents.
Key Highlights from Day 5 of the Winter Olympics 2026
Alpine Skiing
Franjo von Allmen from Switzerland secured his third gold medal at these Games, winning in the Alpine skiing super-G event. He previously won gold in the downhill and team combined categories.
In a remarkable showing, U.S. athlete Ryan Cochran-Siegle earned a silver medal, mirroring his previous achievement in Beijing.
Nordic Combined
Norway continued to dominate the Games as Jens Luraas Oftebro captured another gold medal in the Nordic combined event. This victory marked Norway’s seventh gold, solidifying their position at the top of the medal table.
Freestyle Moguls
- Elizabeth Lemley from the U.S. won gold in the women’s freestyle moguls.
- Her compatriot Jaelin Kauf followed closely, securing a silver medal.
Luge Women’s Doubles
The first gold medal in the newly introduced luge women’s doubles event was claimed by Italian athletes Andrea Voetter and Marion Oberhofer. This victory marks a significant achievement in Olympic history.
Men’s Ice Hockey Upset
The men’s ice hockey tournament began with a shocking upset. Slovakia triumphed over heavyweight Finland with a score of 4-1. Juraj Slafkovský played a crucial role, scoring two goals for his team.
Upcoming Events
Later in the day, Sweden is set to compete against the host nation, Italy, in a highly anticipated match. Additionally, the schedule includes men’s luge, figure skating, speed skating, and the commencement of the men’s curling tournament.
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