NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Team USA had a slippery time on the ice during two speedskating events at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Tuesday. The first issue occurred in the third heat of the short track speedskating women’s 500-meter heat. Corinne Stoddard was going up against China’s Wang Xinran, Japan’s Rika … Read more
Biathlon is an event that combines two disciplines: cross country skiing and rifle shooting. Here’s what you need to know. MILANO, Metropolitan City of Milan — The Winter Olympics includes a race combining two disciplines: cross country skiing and rifle shooting. Biathlon is the sport where athletes use guns and skis to earn points. The … Read more
On Friday, the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics will kick off and, for the first time, include simultaneous cauldron lightings in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo and athlete parades in four locations. The Games will showcase more than 2,900 athletes, in 15 venues throughout northern Italy. Some Olympians you’ll remember — and some … Read more
The 2026 Winter Olympics run from Feb. 6-22 in Northern Italy. Spanning over 116 events, the Games will feature an array of first-time competitors from the United States. Check out the breakdown by sport below: Editor’s Picks Alpine skiing • Mary Bocock – Age: 22 | Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah | Specialty: Super-G, Downhill, … Read more