(WDNews) – The 2026 Winter Olympics officially begin Friday, launching weeks of international competition as athletes from around the world take the ice and snow in Italy.
The Games are being held across multiple venues in northern Italy, combining historic cities with mountain locations known for winter sports. Organizers say the multi-site format is designed to showcase both elite athletic performances and the region’s winter terrain.
Fans can expect to see popular events such as figure skating, alpine skiing, snowboarding and ice hockey, along with endurance sports including cross-country skiing and biathlon. For many competitors, the Olympics represent years of training and a rare opportunity to compete on the world’s biggest stage.
Early competition will include opening-round events and initial medal contests, setting the pace for what is expected to be a closely watched and highly competitive Winter Games.
As coverage continues through the coming weeks, viewers will have a wide range of events to follow from home.
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