Flag Bearers
China's sports delegation has named speed skater Ning Zhongyan and short track speed skater Zhang Chutong as flag bearers for its team at the Milan Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Ning, a leading figure in men's middle-distance speed skating, achieved strong results at the 2022 Beijing Games; Zhang, competing in her second Olympics, plans to stay calm and treat each round like a final.
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Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl and Boston Bruins forward David Pastrňák have been selected as flag bearers for Germany and Czechia, respectively, at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milano-Cortina. Draisaitl earned the honor through a public and athlete vote, marking his Olympic debut. This selection highlights the return of NHL players to the Games after a 12-year absence.