2026 Olympics: Canadians Pursue Medals in Moguls, Snowboard, Speed Skating, Hockey
The 2026 Olympics in Milan and Cortina are shaping up to be a significant event for Canadian athletes. Day 6 features multiple opportunities for Canadians to secure medals across various disciplines, including moguls, snowboard, speed skating, and hockey.
Key Events for Canadians on Day 6
- Alpine Skiing: Ester Ledecká aims for gold in the women’s super-G finals at 5:30 a.m. ET.
- Freestyle Skiing: Mikaël Kingsbury and Julien Viel compete in the men’s moguls finals at 6:15 a.m. ET.
- Women’s Hockey: Canada takes on Finland at 8:30 a.m. ET.
- Snowboarding: Éliot Grondin races in the men’s snowboard cross finals at 9:01 a.m. ET.
- Speed Skating: Isabelle Weidemann participates in the women’s 5,000m at 10:30 a.m. ET.
- Men’s Hockey: Canada faces Czechia at 10:40 a.m. ET.
- Short-Track Speed Skating: Will Dandjinou competes in the men’s 1,000m, while Courtney Sarault and Kim Boutin race in the women’s 500m finals starting at 3:36 p.m. ET.
Top Canadian Contenders for Medals
Three standout athletes are expected to shine on this important day. They are:
- Mikaël Kingsbury – Moguls skier and a strong gold medal contender.
- William Dandjinou – Short-track speed skater likely to secure a medal.
- Éliot Grondin – Snowboard cross rider anticipated to win gold.
Other Canadian Athletes to Watch
Aside from the main contenders, several other Canadians are strong medal hopes:
- Courtney Sarault – A promising short-track speed skating athlete.
- Isabelle Weidemann – A formidable long-track speed skater eyeing the podium.
- Rachel Homan – Women’s curling favorite set to begin her event.
Conclusion
Canada’s athletes are well-positioned to achieve numerous victories at the 2026 Olympics. The variety of events scheduled for Day 6 highlights the nation’s strength across multiple sports, from hockey to speed skating and beyond. Fans are eager to see the performance of these talented athletes as they compete for Olympic glory.
