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Figure skater Kaori Sakamoto, who won two medals, served as the flag bearer for the Japanese team during the closing ceremony.

Figure skater Iida Karhunen has been chosen as Finland's flag bearer for the closing ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

The master of ceremonies and flag bearer of Grande Rio presented the school's flag to Paolla Oliveira, a former queen of the battery, during the carnival parade at Sapucaí.

A Russian woman, Anastasia Kutsherova, revealed her identity as the bearer of Ukraine's flag during the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Olympics, surprising many viewers who were unaware of her background.

A master drummer and flag bearer from the Acadêmicos do Tatuapé samba school experienced a fall during a parade due to slipping on oil, but both quickly recovered and continued.

Stéphane Bern, participating in the 15th edition of 'Dancing with the Stars', explains his decision to only dance with women despite identifying openly as gay, as he wishes to avoid sending mixed messages.

French snowboarder Chloé Trespeuch aims for her first Olympic gold medal at the 2026 Winter Games, while competing against former teammate Charlotte Bankes.

The International Olympic Committee has allowed the Ukrainian flag bearer for the 2026 Olympics to wear a black armband to honor athletes killed in the conflict with Russia, while banning the display of photographs on a helmet.

The IOC has barred Ukrainian flag bearer Vladyslav Heraskevych from using a helmet adorned with images of athletes who died during the Russian invasion of Ukraine at the upcoming Winter Olympics.

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych has been instructed by the International Olympic Committee that he is prohibited from using a helmet that features faces of Ukrainian athletes who died in the war during the official Olympic events.

Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch honors fallen sportspeople from the war at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a helmet featuring their photos.

The Olympic Village is providing free condoms and sanitary products for athletes, as highlighted by Spanish flag bearer Olivia Smart in a viral video.

Leon Draisaitl expressed his honor in carrying the German flag at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony and aims to lead the German ice hockey team to success.

The Finnish Olympic cross-country skier Krista Pärmäkoski served as the flag bearer at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Olympics, while teammate Kerttu Niskanen opted to prepare for her competition instead.

Nephele Tita, a 23-year-old medical student and athlete from Greece, served as the flag bearer for Greece at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Nefeli Tita, a young skier from Florina, has been chosen as the flag bearer for the Greek team at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics.

Francesca Baruzzi, the Argentine flag bearer at the Winter Olympics, shares her journey as a resilient alpine skier and her experiences at the Olympic Village in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Matija Legović, a 20-year-old Croatian biathlete, carried the national flag during the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, describing the experience as beautiful and unforgettable.

The Greek delegation, led by flag bearer Nefeli Tita, made a grand entrance at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics.

Francesca Baruzzi, the Argentine flag bearer for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics, shared insights into her daily training routine and her impressive speed achievements.

Leon Draisaitl, a prominent ice hockey player, is praised for his team spirit by the legendary Wayne Gretzky as Germany prepares its largest-ever Olympic delegation.

Cross-country skier Krista Pärmäkoski surprised many by accepting the role of flag bearer for Finland at the Milan-Cortina Olympics opening ceremony, despite competing the following day.

The Greek delegation for the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina 2026 has appointed Nepheli Tita as the new flag bearer, taking over from Alexandros Gkinni after organizers denied the entire team a parade at San Siro.

A report from the Winter Olympics discusses a gold medalist who is no longer allowed to play football due to safety concerns, alongside stories of a cross-country skier and a nervous flag bearer.

Italian slalom skier Lara Colturi will serve as the flag bearer for Albania during the ceremony in Cortina.

Katharina Schmid has pushed boundaries in her sport as she approaches the conclusion of her career at the Olympic Games, knowing when it is time to step away.

Leon Draisaitl is highlighted as a crucial figure to defend within the context of the Olympics, as athletes prepare amidst various challenges at the Olympic Village.

Leon Draisaitl is set to lead the German Olympic team in Milan as their flag bearer, celebrated by scoring two goals in a game before his departure.

Tongan athlete Pita Taufatofua makes a significant appearance at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, serving as a flag bearer and ambassador of peace, unity, and solidarity.

Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch, a Ukrainian skeleton athlete, discusses his experiences and the impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine on his life and sport.

Leon Draisaitl is set to make his Olympic debut and may have the honor of carrying the German flag during the opening ceremony, a role he reveals would mean a lot to him.

Former Hiroshima Mayor Tadatoshi Akiba will serve as one of the flag bearers at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, honored for his long-standing dedication to peace activities and disarmament efforts.

Pita Taufatofua, known for his striking appearance at the 2016 Summer Olympics, will play a prominent role in the Milano-Cortina Olympics as a flag bearer promoting peace, unity, and solidarity.