The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics are in full swing, and Saturday brought a flurry of exciting competition and medal opportunities in Italy.
In men’s hockey, Team USA kicked off their group play with a promising start, achieving a 5-1 victory over Latvia, although the match was tighter at the outset than the final score indicates. Today, they face off against Denmark, which is looking to bounce back after a 3-1 loss to Germany in their opening game. Notably, Danish player Oscar Fisker Mølgaard, who recently made his NHL debut with the Seattle Kraken, scored the team’s only goal during that match. The Danish squad faces a significant challenge as they compete against a well-rounded American team known for its potent offense.
In the world of speedskating, 21-year-old Jordan Stolz from Kewaskum, Wisconsin, is poised to chase another gold medal in the 500 meters after already clinching victory in the 1,000 meters earlier in the Games. As one of the rising stars of U.S. speedskating, Stolz is seen as the favorite, though the competition is fierce, and gold is never guaranteed.
On the curling front, U.S. women’s curling made history with a monumental win over Canada, marking their first victory against their rivals since the sport was introduced to the Olympics in 1998. Following this significant achievement, they prepare to compete against Japan, who currently sits without a win in the tournament.
Fans can stay updated with Team USA’s medal count and follow the ongoing events through NBC and Peacock, as well as Yahoo Sports, for all the latest updates on the Olympics from Milan Cortina.