Milan Cortina Olympics

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are underway, marked by both excitement and controversy. The opening ceremony was notable for its unique four-site format. American figure skater Alysa Liu is carrying US medal hopes in the women's free skate. However, the Games have also been impacted by injuries, most notably to veteran skier Lindsey Vonn. Vonn, competing despite a torn ACL, crashed in a downhill race before the Olympics and was later airlifted after another crash during the Games, with reports indicating surgery saved her leg from amputation. The Games have also seen administrative issues, with the head of the Italian public broadcaster Rai resigning after criticism of his commentary during the opening ceremony. Despite these challenges, the Milan Cortina Olympics remain a significant international sporting event.