Day 8 Olympic Events and Full Schedule at Milano Cortina 2026
The Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina 2026 reached the halfway point on Saturday. Canada was still in search of its first gold medal. Although Day 8 provided limited opportunities, several events featured top Canadian contenders. Here’s a look at the athletes and events to monitor, along with the complete schedule (all times in Eastern Standard Time).
Key Events and Athletes on Day 8
- Women’s Curling: Team Rachel Homan vs. Great Britain at 3:05 a.m.; vs. Switzerland at 1:05 p.m.
- Men’s Curling: Team Brad Jacobs vs. Switzerland at 8:05 a.m.
- Women’s Speedskating: Team pursuit quarterfinals at 10:00 a.m.
- Women’s Hockey: Canada vs. Germany in quarterfinals at 10:40 a.m.
- Women’s Freeski: Naomi Urness competes in big air qualification at 1:30 p.m.
- Men’s Short-Track Speedskating: William Dandjinou in 1,500m finals at 4:35 p.m.
Schedule of Events
| Event | Time (EST) |
|---|---|
| Alpine Skiing: Men’s Giant Slalom Run 1 | 4:00 a.m. |
| Alpine Skiing: Men’s Giant Slalom Run 2 | 7:30 a.m. |
| Biathlon: Women’s 7.5km Sprint | 8:45 a.m. |
| Cross-Country Skiing: Women’s 4×7.5km Relay | 6:00 a.m. |
| Freestyle Skiing: Women’s Dual Moguls Finals | 5:46 a.m. |
| Skeleton: Women’s Heat 4 | 1:35 p.m. |
| Ski Jumping: Men’s Large Hill Final | 1:57 p.m. |
| Speedskating: Women’s Team Pursuit Quarterfinals | 10:00 a.m. |
Potential Highlights
Canadian teams are gearing up for critical matches. The women’s curling team looks to bounce back from a recent loss, while the men’s curling squad continues to seek victory against Switzerland. In speedskating, the Canadian women’s team will aim to defend their title in the team pursuit, showcasing their prowess in this high-stakes event.
This day at the Winter Olympics promises excitement as athletes strive for medals and national pride. Fans are eager to see if Canada can secure its first gold medal of the Games.
