Hot off a victory in the team event, U.S. skaters will be looking to challenge for individual gold as well

After a long four-year wait, the 2026 Winter Olympics have finally returned, and this time in the beautiful cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. I’m sure it would be a dream to head to Italy to cheer on our favorite team,

Stolz, widely considered the best skater in the world, competed in the 2022 Winter Olympics at 17 years old — the youngest male athlete on the team in Beijing — and finished 13th in the 500-meter and 14th in the 1,000-meter. But since then, he’s dominated the competition.

The 2026 Winter Olympics continue today with men's speedskating 1,000m. Fans can watch the race for free online.

The Friday ceremony promises multiple Parade of Nations processions, a performance by Mariah Carey, and Team USA outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.

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From hockey to ski mountaineering, here's everything you need to know to watch every event at the 2026 Winter Games.