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U.S. Medal Surge and Weather Delays Define Day 14 of Milan‑Cortina 2026

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U.S. athletes dominate medal table on Day 14 Alysa Liu captured the first American women’s figure‑skating gold in 24 years, the women’s hockey team defeated Canada 2‑1 in overtime for gold, and speed skater Jordan Stolz earned silver in the 1500 m [1][3]. The trio’s performances lifted Team USA to a historic day, with Liu’s victory marking a breakthrough after a long medal drought and Stolz’s podium finish reinforcing the United States’ speed‑skating resurgence.

Severe weather forces schedule uncertainty Two consecutive days of postponements in Livigno and Cortina d’Ampezzo left officials unsure whether remaining competitions will stay on track, heightening logistical pressure on athletes and organizers [1][4]. King5 reported that snowfall forced the relocation of snowboard and freestyle‑ski events to Friday, underscoring the broader impact of the storm system on the Games’ timetable.

Curling finals spotlight historic U.S. and British bids The United States entered the women’s semifinal with hopes of reaching its first ever final, while the British men’s rink, led by Bruce Mouat, prepared for a gold‑medal showdown against Canada [1][2]. Both outlets highlighted the significance of these matchups: the U.S. pursuit of a curling breakthrough and Britain’s chance to claim its first men’s curling gold since 1924.

Eileen Gu controversy persists despite new medals Stanford‑student freestyle skier Eileen Gu, who added two more Olympic medals for China, continued to face intense criticism in the United States, with CNN noting public vilification tied to her $23 million earnings last year [1]. Other reports did not address the dispute, indicating a divergence in coverage focus.

NBC delivers extensive livestream options amid shifting schedule King5 detailed NBC’s comprehensive streaming plan, offering live feeds on NBCOlympics.com, Peacock, and cable/satellite for Eastern, Mountain and Pacific time zones, ensuring viewers can follow events despite weather‑induced changes [4].

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Timeline

1908 – Figure skating debuts at the Summer Olympics in London, marking the sport’s first Olympic appearance before moving to the Winter Games [25][30].

1924 – Figure skating becomes a staple of the Winter Olympics at Chamonix, establishing its long‑term Olympic presence [25][30].

2002 – Skeleton returns permanently to the Olympic program after a modern revival, having previously appeared in 1928 and 1948 [24].

2014 – The Sochi Winter Games feature 222 U.S. athletes, a record later surpassed by subsequent Games [18][19].

2018 – PyeongChang sees 228 U.S. competitors, setting a new U.S. Winter Olympic participation record [18][19].

2022 – Team USA wins gold in the figure‑skating team event after Russia is penalised for Kamila Valieva’s doping case, highlighting the impact of anti‑doping enforcement [12][13].

2024 – The U.S. figure‑skating team finally receives its 2022 gold medals during the Paris Summer Games ceremony, underscoring delayed recognition of Olympic achievements [14].

Dec 2025 – Officials describe figure skating as the centerpiece of the Milan‑Cortina Games, emphasizing its blend of athleticism and art across five medal events [25][30].

Jan 6 2026 – Skeleton competition is scheduled for Feb 12‑15 at the Cortina Sliding Center, featuring men’s, women’s and the inaugural mixed‑team events [24].

Jan 7 2026 – The U.S. ski‑jumping roster is set to be announced by Jan 20, finalising the American squad for the expanded program that adds a women’s large‑hill and a men’s super‑team format [29].

Jan 12 2026 – U.S. Figure Skating releases its Milano‑Cortina roster, naming Alysa Liu, Isabeau Levito, Amber Glenn, Ilia Malinin, Maxim Naumov, Andrew Torgashev and others for the Olympic competition [28].

Jan 26 2026 – Team USA unveils a record 232‑athlete roster, the largest U.S. Winter Olympic team ever, with 98 returning Olympians and 18 champions [22][26].

Jan 31 2026 – UK Sport sets a target of four to eight medals for Team GB, while IOC president Kirsty Coventry becomes the first female IOC leader, pledging a “new normal” sustainable Games model [3].

Feb 4 2026 – Mixed‑doubles curling kicks off the competition, becoming the only sport contested daily throughout the Games [5].

Feb 6 2026 – The opening ceremony launches simultaneously in Milan’s San Siro and Cortina’s Piazza Dibona, featuring performances by Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli and others, and the “Harmony” theme [5][11][12][13][15][16][27].

Feb 7 2026 – The first Olympic medals are awarded, with early events including figure‑skating team segments and mixed‑doubles curling results [5][16].

Feb 17 2026 (Day 11) – The men’s 4×7.5 km biathlon relay draws crowds in Anterselva, while Italy and Canada claim gold in the team‑pursuit speed‑skating finals [10].

Feb 18 2026 (Day 12) – A stray dog runs onto the women’s team‑sprint cross‑country course in Tesero, amusing spectators as Norway’s Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo wins his tenth Olympic gold on the same day [9].

Feb 19 2026 (Day 13) – The U.S. women’s ice‑hockey team wins gold in overtime over Canada, and Britain’s men’s curling squad secures a semifinal victory, advancing toward a potential first men’s gold since 1924 [6][4].

Feb 20 2026 (Day 14) – U.S. athletes capture historic medals: Alysa Liu wins the first American women’s figure‑skating gold in 24 years, the women’s hockey team beats Canada 2‑1 in overtime, and Jordan Stolz takes silver in the 1500 m speed skating; meanwhile, British men’s curling reaches the gold‑medal game against Canada [1][4][7].

Feb 20 2026 – Weather delays force the rescheduling of Livigno snowboarding and freestyle events, creating uncertainty for the remaining competition schedule [4][7].

Feb 22 2026 – The Games close with the men’s ice‑hockey final in Verona, a closing ceremony in a historic Roman arena, and the traditional handover of the Olympic flag to the 2030 French‑Alps host [1].

Post‑Games – The Olympic flag is transferred to the 2030 French‑Alps organizing committee, signalling the next host city’s preparation phase [1].

Ongoing – BBC Sport and Getty Images publish daily photo galleries showcasing medal moments, cultural performances and advanced imaging techniques such as drones and infrared cameras, enriching visual storytelling of the Games [2].

Ongoing – NBC provides livestream links and zone‑specific streams for all events, with contingency plans for weather‑induced schedule changes, ensuring U.S. audiences can follow the Games across time zones [7][15].

Ongoing – Mascots “Stoat” twins Tina and Milo become Olympic icons, while Poland’s giant pierogi mascot “Pierogini” goes viral, highlighting the Games’ cultural side [4].

Ongoing – Snoop Dogg serves as honorary Team USA coach and Mariah Carey performs at the opening ceremony, illustrating high‑profile entertainment involvement [2].

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