Winter Olympics

Norway plans to send 80 athletes to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, seeking to extend its tradition of topping the medal table. Cross-country skiing star Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo headlines the team, with expectations high for dominance in endurance sports. The nation has historically excelled, winning 148 gold medals across 22 Winter Games.

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Menachem Chen, a standout track and field athlete from Arkansas State University, has been selected for Israel's historic bobsled team at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The junior, who holds the program record in discus, will compete as a brakeman in the four-man event. His inclusion marks a significant achievement for the Red Wolves program.

Led by Olympic champions, China's 126-athlete Winter Olympics delegation was officially launched to showcase its prowess at the Milano-Cortina Games starting February 6 in northern Italy. Four years after winning a record nine golds at Beijing 2022, the team aims for its best overseas medal haul.

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The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee revealed its 232-athlete roster for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, highlighting strong representation from states like Colorado, Utah and Minnesota. Notable figures include alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin and cross-country star Jessie Diggins, both preparing for pivotal appearances. The games begin February 6 in Italy, featuring both veterans and debutants across snow sports.

Over a dozen athletes with ties to Vermont have been named to the U.S. team for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. These skiers, spanning alpine, biathlon, cross-country, and freestyle events, bring a strong Green Mountain State presence to the games set for February 6-22 in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. Many are returning competitors eager for a more normal experience after the COVID-restricted 2022 Beijing Olympics.

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Italian snowmaking specialist Davide Cerato is overseeing advanced systems to ensure optimal conditions for skiing and snowboarding events at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. FIS President Johan Eliasch has downplayed concerns about snow production, noting that targets have been met thanks to cold weather. Preparations highlight the role of artificial snow amid climate challenges.