Winter Olympics recap: Heartbreak in slalom and Eileen Gu tries to defend big air gold

Associated Press (AP) Human InterestNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by By JAMES ELLINGWORTHFebruary 16, 2026 at 08:23 PM

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The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy, saw Eileen Gu preparing to defend her freestyle skiing big air title. On day 10, Norway's Atle Lie McGrath experienced heartbreak in the men's slalom race after skiing out while in the lead. McGrath's emotional reaction was a key moment in the Alpine ski event. In women's ice hockey, the United States won their semifinal match against Sweden. Canada's upcoming game could potentially lead to a gold-medal match against the United States, renewing their rivalry.

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McGrath's grandfather died on the day of the opening ceremony.

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The United States won its women’s hockey semifinal game.

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Loic Meillard of Switzerland won gold in the men's slalom.

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Atle Lie McGrath skied out during the men’s slalom race.

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Eileen Gu is readying to defend her big air ski freestyle title.

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Maja Nylen Persson 50% Canada 50% Milan ×260% Sweden ×260% China 60% Norway ×260% Hilary Knight 60% United States ×370% Atle Lie McGrath ×270% Italy ×470% Eileen Gu ×490% 2026 Winter Olympics ×595%

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