Milan-Cortina Set for Exciting Friday Events
Excitement builds at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games as numerous thrilling events are scheduled for Friday. Athletes from around the world will showcase their skills across various sports, with Canadians prominently featured in several competitions.
Milan-Cortina Friday Events Overview
Hockey Semifinals
- 10:40 AM – Men’s Semifinal: Canada vs. Finland
- 3:10 PM – Men’s Semifinal: USA vs. Slovakia
Canada will face Finland after a tense quarterfinal match against the Czech Republic. Fans can engage with Simon-Olivier Lorange for live commentary at 10:30 AM.
Aerial Skiing Competitions
- 4:30 AM – Men’s Qualification Round 1
- 5:15 AM – Men’s Qualification Round 2
- 7:30 AM – Men’s Finals
- 6:30 PM – Men’s Finals 2
Miha Fontaine leads the Canadian squad, joined by Lewis Irving, Victor Primeau, and Émile Nadeau—all ranked among the top 20 globally.
Women’s Ski Cross
- 4:00 AM – Reshuffle
- 6:00 AM – Round of 16
- 6:35 AM – Quarterfinals
- 6:54 AM – Semifinals
- 7:10 AM – Finals
Marielle Thompson, a decorated athlete with previous Olympic medals, aims for success alongside Brittany Phelan and Hannah Schmidt.
Men’s Halfpipe Skiing
- 4:30 AM – Qualification Round 1
- 5:27 AM – Qualification Round 2
- 1:30 PM – Finals
Brendan Mackay, ranked third globally, is a highlight in this event with fellow competitors Andrew Longino and Dylan Marineau.
Women’s Long Track Speed Skating
- 10:30 AM – 1500m Event
Valérie Maltais, gold medalist Ivanie Blondin, and Beatrice Lamarche will represent Canada in this key race.
Women’s Short Track Speed Skating
- 2:15 PM – 1500m Quarterfinals
- 3:02 PM – 1500m Semifinals
- 4:07 PM – 1500m Finals
- 3:30 PM – Men’s Relay Finals
The Canadian short track team, coached by Marc Gagnon, aims for seven medals at these Games, building on their previous successes.
Curling Semifinal
- 8:00 AM – Women’s Semifinal: Canada vs. Sweden
Led by Rachel Homan, the Canadian squad hopes to replicate the success of their male counterparts, who recently defeated Norway.
As the Olympics unfold, all eyes will be on these athletes as they strive for excellence at Milan-Cortina.
