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Why this year’s Winter Olympics could be the best of all time – and how Team GB can break new ground

IN DEPTH: Former Olympians Amy Williams, Ed Drake and Lamin Deen tell Flo Clifford why audiences should be getting excited for February’s winter showpiece, what it’s like swapping skis and a sled for a microphone, and why Milan-Cortina could bring Team GB’s best medal haul yet

The Independent UK

COVID-19 cases won't cause Aussie Winter Olympics stir

In news not overly concerning the chef de mission, two non-competing members of Australia's Winter Olympics team have tested positive in Italy for COVID-19.

AAP

‘They allowed us to use the costumes’: Fear and Gibson on Torvill and Dean, Boléro and skating history

Team GB’s ice dance duo warmed up for the Winter Olympics by re-enacting the classic routine and are confident they can end Britain’s 32-year medal wait

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Ten to watch: the athletes who can bring glory to Australia at the 2026 Winter Olympics

There are high hopes that the best-ever tally of four medals at Beijing 2022 will be bettered with at least 10 genuine podium chances

The Guardian - AU

Winter Olympic stars-in-waiting ready to usher in new era of success for Team GB

Great Britain will head to the Games in Milan and Cortina with medal hopes higher than ever.

The Independent UK

Who Has Won the Most Winter Olympic Medals of All Time?

A look at the all-time medal leaders from the Winter Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

What Do the 2026 Winter Olympic Medals Look Like?

The Milan-Cortina Olympics include some pretty unique and neatly designed medals.

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‘A militia that kills’: uproar in Italy over ICE security role at Winter Olympics

Milan mayor says agents ‘not welcome’ in co-host city and Italy can take care of security itself

The Guardian - UK

The Joy of Six: unlikely Winter Olympics stars

From a cult hero ski jumper, to African bobsleigh pioneers and more, here are half a dozen unexpected heroes

The Guardian - UK

How Many Countries Are at the Winter Olympics? Complete Breakdown of Nations

A huge multinational delegation will gather in Italy in February.

Sports Illustrated

Record medal haul in sight for Australian Olympic team

On target to top their previous medal best, Australia will send 53 athletes to the Winter Olympics in Italy led by superstars Jakara Anthony and Scotty James.

AAP

Four-time Olympian to take slice of sporting history

A four-time Olympian will become the first Australian man to compete in different sports at the Winter Olympics - and he may even do it at the same Games.

AAP

Inter Milan take inspiration from the Winter Olympics for their all-terrain new fourth kit

The city of Milan is set to host the 2026 Winter Olympics next month

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Diversity still a major issue at the Winter Olympics. The US is making some strides

USA Bobsled and Skeleton is set to unveil its Olympic rosters, with most women competing likely being women of color

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The Independent UK

Winter Olympics site guard dies during overnight shift in freezing temperatures

Organisers for Milan Cortina said that the worker had a heart attack

The Independent UK

Guard dies in freezing overnight shift at Winter Olympic construction site

Italy’s Infrastructure Minister has demanded a full investigation into the 55-year-old worker’s death

AAP

Olympic sled hope Walker endures poor start to 2026

Australian Winter Olympic hope Bree Walker has endured a poor start to her 2026 warm-up for Milan-Cortina with her worst World Cup race of the season.

AAP

Coady fit and firing in time for Italy Winter Olympics

Fully-fit Australian snowboard medallist Tess Coady is looking forward to competing in the Winter Olympics next month in Italy after a torrid run with injury.

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AAP

How Olympians handle the icy onslaught of social abuse

As Aussie athletes prepare for the Winter Olympics, many are grappling with whether a Games social media presence is worth it amid a torrent of online abuse.

The Independent UK

A photographer finds thousands of dinosaur footprints near Italian Winter Olympic venue

A wildlife photographer has discovered one of the oldest and largest collections of dinosaur footprints in an Italian national park

The Independent UK

Lindsey Vonn, 41, set to extend her career beyond the Winter Olympics after incredible comeback

Lindsey Vonn has silenced her critics since performing a retirement U-turn and returning to racing

AAP

Aussie athletes start build towards Winter Olympics

Icy conditions in Finland proved tough going for some of Australia's Winter Olympic medal prospects, including defending moguls champion Jakara Anthony.

The Independent UK

UK’s longest indoor ski slope set to open in £300m project

The resort is expected to host Team GB’s Winter Olympic and Paralympic teams

The Independent UK

Winter Olympic federations push back on proposal to add new sports to future Games

Sebastian Coe’s suggestion of adding cyclo-cross and cross-country to the Winter Olympics has been met with resistance by traditional winter sports federations

The Independent UK

Winter Olympics star set for ban after theft and fraud conviction - but allowed to compete at Milan-Cortina 2026

The Olympic silver medallist was found guilty of stealing from a teammate and staff member by a French court last month

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