Milano Cortina 2026: A Weekend of Winter Sports Highlights
The penultimate day of competition at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics is underway, with Saturday, February 21st, featuring several highly anticipated events. From long-distance skiing to thrilling ski cross action, and emotional farewells to sporting legends, today promises a captivating spectacle for fans.
Farewell to Champions and Rising Stars
Today marks a significant moment for several athletes. Federico Pellegrino will compete in his final race, bringing an end to a distinguished cross-country skiing career. Similarly, Dorothea Wierer will contest her last race in biathlon, offering one last chance to add to her impressive medal tally. Lisa Vittozzi as well seeks a medal in the women’s mass start biathlon.
On the Slopes: Ski Cross and Alpine Events
The ski cross event is set to be a highlight, with Simone Deromedis, Edoardo Zorzi, and Federico Tomasoni representing Italy. The men’s 50km mass start in cross-country skiing will test endurance and strategy, featuring Elia Barp, Simone Daprà, and the retiring Federico Pellegrino.
Speed Skating and Bob Events
The speed skating arena will host both men’s and women’s mass start events, with Andrea Giovannini, Daniele Di Stefano, Riccardo Lorello, and Francesca Lollobrigida all competing. Bob events are also scheduled, including the men’s four-man bob (Patrick Baumgartner, Lorenzo Bilotti, Eric Fantazzini, Robert Gino Mircea) and the women’s two-woman bob (Giada Andreutti, Anna Costella, Simona De Silvestro, Alessia Gatti).
Schedule of Events – February 21st
- 10:00 Bob: Bob a quattro uomini, manche 1
- 11:57 Bob: Bob a quattro uomini, manche 2
- 10:00 Ski acrobatico: Ski cross uomini, seeding
- 13:10 (approx.) Ski cross uomini, finale
- 11:00 Sci di fondo: Mass start 50km tecnica classica uomini
- 13:30 Sci alpinismo: Staffetta mista, finale
- 14:15 Biathlon: Mass start 12,5km donne
- 15:00 Pattinaggio di velocità: Mass start uomini, semifinali
- 16:40 (approx.) Pattinaggio di velocità: Mass start uomini, finale
- 15:50 Pattinaggio di velocità: Mass start donne, semifinali
- 17:15 (approx.) Pattinaggio di velocità: Mass start donne, finale
- 19:00 Bob: Bob a due donne, manche 3
- 21:05 Bob: Bob a due donne, manche 4
Did you understand?
This year’s games are being co-hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, showcasing Italy’s diverse landscapes and winter sports infrastructure.
FAQ
- What events are happening today? Today features events in Bob, Ski Cross, Cross-Country Skiing, Ski Alpinism, Biathlon, and Speed Skating.
- Who is Federico Pellegrino? Federico Pellegrino is an Italian cross-country skier who is retiring after these games.
- Where are the events taking place? Events are spread across venues in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Stay tuned for updates and results from Milano Cortina 2026 as the games draw to a close!
