Breaking News: Winter Olympics Events Scheduled Today
Today marks key events in the Winter Olympics, featuring a mix of skiing and snowboarding competitions.
Alpine Skiing: Women’s Downhill (10:30-12:50)
Legendary American skier Lindsey Vonn returns to competition six years after her retirement. At 41, she specializes in downhill skiing, having won a record 45 World Cup races and an Olympic gold in 2010. Vonn’s recent crash may impact her performance. Compatriot Breezy Johnson, the 2025 world champion, is also a contender. Italy’s Federica Brignone is back after a long recovery from injuries, while Sofia Goggia aims for another medal after winning silver four years ago.
Cross Country Skiing: Men’s Skiathlon (11:30-12:50)
Britain’s Andrew Musgrave competes in his fifth Olympics, with a previous best of seventh in 2018. The skiathlon consists of 10km classical skiing followed by 10km freestyle. Norway’s Johannes Hosflot Klaebo is the world champion and a favorite for gold.
Snowboard: Women’s Big Air Qualification (18:30-20:45)
Mia Brookes, at 19, could become Britain’s youngest Winter Olympic medallist. She faces tough competition, including Japan’s top riders and Austria’s Anna Gasser, who seeks her third consecutive gold.
Figure Skating: Team Event (20:55)
The team figure skating competition concludes with the men’s free skate. The USA won gold in Beijing after a lengthy medal ceremony delay. They are strong contenders again, with Japan and Georgia also competing for medals.
