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2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.

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The Milan Cortina Olympics Will Start With a Four-Site and Two-Cauldron Opening Ceremony

How many nations will be at the Winter Olympics? Here's a list of every country

The 2026 Winter Olympics will begin this week when competitors walk under the wave of their nation's flags at Friday's Opening Ceremony. The ceremony not only offers Olympians a chance to represent their country on the international stage,

Your Complete Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics

From medals to mascots, schedules to slopes—here’s everything you need to know to be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

When will Africa win its first Winter Olympic medal?

Over six decades since an African nation made its Winter Olympics debut, the continent's first medal remains elusive. Can any of the eight in Milan-Cortina achieve medal success?
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African nations make Winter Olympic history

Even though the Olympics connect the global village, the Winter Games remain a distant dream for Africa, a continent where snow and ice are hard to find. Winter sports face high barriers from the start.

2026 Winter Olympics: Live updates, news and how to watch

Follow along for live updates from the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games. Get the latest news, results, TV schedules and highlights from Italy.