Two freestyle skiers from Belarus, Hanna Deruha and Anastasiya Andryyanava, have secured licences for the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The National Olympic Committee of Belarus announced the addition, bringing the country's team to seven athletes across five disciplines.
The Winter Olympic Games, set for Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2026, will feature a growing Belarusian contingent following the latest qualifications. On January 21, 2026, the National Olympic Committee of Belarus reported that freestyle skiers Hanna Deruha and Anastasiya Andryyanava have earned their spots, expanding the team from five to seven members.
This brings representation in alpine skiing, speed skating, cross-country skiing, figure skating, and freestyle skiing. The full roster includes:
- Maryia Shkanava in alpine skiing;
- Maryna Zueva in speed skating;
- Hanna Karalyova in cross-country skiing;
- Viktoryia Safonava in figure skating;
- Hanna Huskova, Hanna Deruha, and Anastasiya Andryyanava in freestyle skiing.
All athletes are women, highlighting Belarus's focus in these events. The licences mark a key step in preparations for the international competition, where Belarus aims to compete despite geopolitical challenges. No further details on training or events were provided in the announcement.
