The 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Games closing ceremonies stream live today as part of the 2026 TV schedule, but the past two weeks have provided more than enough viral moments. From the stars of Heated Rivalry carrying the Olympic torches to the dog that jumped the barrier and ran across the finish line during a women’s cross country ski event, it’s been constant entertainment on and off the course. However, the best Olympic stories are always moments of camaraderie among athletes, and I’m loving this story behind the secret group chat all US gold medalist figure skaters are in.
Winning a gold medal at an Olympics is many professional athletes’ dream, and one of the most difficult challenges they will ever face. However, once a person accomplishes it, they own that title for life. 1988 Olympic Champion Brian Boitano told AP that for American figure skaters, that Olympic gold also buys you entry into the incredibly exclusive OGM text chat: Only Gold Medals. As Boitano explained:
