3-on-3 Overtime

The United States won gold medals in both men's and women's ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime in each final while remaining unbeaten throughout the tournaments. The victories marked the first time the U.S. swept the hockey golds, sparking celebrations that intertwined with political elements. Discussions also arose about the 3-on-3 overtime format used in the Games.