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Korean wheelchair curling duo Lee Yong-seok and Bae Hye-jin faced a disappointing start at the 2026 Winter Paralympics, losing their opening match against Italy.

British Paralympians are maintaining focus on their performance despite the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Winter Paralympics, which has drawn criticism from officials.

The article discusses the challenges faced by Spain's curling enthusiasts, who struggle to practice and enjoy the sport due to the country's unsuitable climate.

Estonian javelin thrower Gedly Tugi started the season strong at the Slovenian Winter Championships with a throw of 58.24 meters.

Hundreds of people gathered at Saskatoon's Optimist Hill for the second annual Skijor YXE, showcasing a growing winter sport where skiers and snowboarders are pulled by horses.

"AK.Nädal" reports on a snow kiting event at Harku Lake in Estonia, highlighting the popularity of the sport and the recent success of a local champion.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen reflects on the significance of winning Brazil's first Winter Olympics gold medal and his unusual journey from soccer to skiing.

Estonian biathletes critique the lack of meaningful responses in interviews after Olympic events, expressing frustration over the emotional detachment of the athletes.

The article discusses the unique characteristics of curling, particularly how the physics of the sport can sometimes defy expectations, and highlights Sweden's recent successes in the sport.

Lindsey Vonn, the alpine skiing superstar, faced criticism for competing in the Winter Olympics despite being injured, but she responded defiantly on Instagram, asserting her right to compete and reflecting on her journey in the sport.

A ceremonial welcome for Olympic medalist Robert Krūzbergs will take place in Riga and Ventspils as part of the Latvian Olympic Committee's celebration of participants from the Milan-Cortina XXV Winter Olympic Games.

There is a growing debate in Norway about hosting the Winter Olympics, with a significant majority in favor while some parties express skepticism due to potential costs.

Despite dominating the Winter Olympics in medal counts, Norway languishes in ice hockey, with no medals in the sport.

The Winter Olympics closing ceremony will be held in Verona's historically significant amphitheater, marking a unique blend of ancient culture and modern sport.

The 25th Winter Olympics concluded in Italy with a closing ceremony held at the Verona amphitheater, celebrating the event through various cultural references and award ceremonies.

The article explores the challenges and public perception of biathlon as a winter sport, suggesting it is undervalued despite its demanding nature.

A rare occurrence in international competitions, Chinese freestyle skiers Wang Shindi and Xu Mengtao both clinched gold medals in the same Olympic event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Denmark understands the decision of three nations regarding sports participation but will not follow suit, prioritizing athlete experience over political statements.

The article compares the precision in judging figure skating at the Winter Olympics to the outdated measuring methods in ski jumping.

The final biathlon event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics is set to take place, with a women's 12.5 km mass start race scheduled.

The article provides a quick guide to the Australian athletes competing on day 15 of the Winter Olympics 2026.

The article discusses the ongoing Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina and highlights various intriguing stories and athletic achievements, especially focusing on Norway's performance and personal anecdotes from the games.

Ukrainian athletes will boycott the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics in protest against the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags.

Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Klaebo dominates the 2026 Winter Olympics, winning five gold medals and solidifying his status as one of the sport's greatest athletes.

Japanese figure skater Kaori Sakamoto reflects on her journey to winning a silver medal at the Winter Olympics in Milan, expressing how she overcame her embarrassment in performance and embraced her true self.

Kyra Wheatley, Australia's only ski cross athlete for the 2026 Winter Olympics, embraces the thrilling chaos and speed that the sport offers.

Paolo Petrecca has officially resigned as the director of Rai Sport following intense political and media scrutiny over his controversial commentary during the Winter Olympics.

The head of Italy's national broadcaster's sports division resigned following backlash over offensive commentary during the Winter Olympics opening ceremony.

A Russian athlete has won a silver medal at the 2026 Milan and Cortina Winter Olympics, voicing outrage over the struggles faced by 'neutral' athletes from aggressor states.

Nikita Filippov won silver in the men's ski mountaineering sprint, marking a historical moment as the first athlete competing under a neutral flag to medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Lewis Hamilton has been suggested by Jamaican bobsleigh pilot Tyquendo Tracey to consider a switch to bobsleigh, believing he would excel in the Winter Olympic sport.

The article discusses Germany's dominance in bobsledding, highlighting its four tracks and historical Olympic successes in the sport.

Spain won its first gold medal in over fifty years at the Winter Olympics in SkiMo, secured by Oriol Cardona Coll.

The head of Rai Sport, Paolo Petrecca, resigns following a backlash over his erroneous commentary during the Winter Olympics opening ceremony.

The young German curling team reflects on their Olympic journey in Italy, expressing pride despite missed medal opportunities.

Marco Lollobrigida is temporarily taking over Rai Sport following the resignation of Paolo Petrecca amidst controversy over his performance during the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony.

Spain's Ana Alonso Rodriguez won the country's first Olympic gold medal since 1972 during a historic debut of a new sport at the Winter Olympics in challenging weather conditions.

Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Hösflot Kläbo delivered another stunning performance, securing his fourth gold medal, and affirming his status as the greatest Winter Olympian of all time according to local commentators.

Australia's athletes, including teenage skier Indra Brown, are among the first to compete in the newly introduced Olympic sport of Skimo at the Winter Olympics, amid weather challenges causing event postponements.

The 2026 Winter Olympics marks the debut of ski mountaineering, a new sport for this edition, with Italy's representatives competing in various events.

The recent Winter Olympics introduced ski mountaineering as an official event, marking the first addition of an official sport since 1998, despite previous attempts with other styles like acro ski and speed skiing.

Skimo, a ski mountaineering sport, is set to debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, where athletes will climb mountains before racing down.

Mari Fukada won a gold medal in the women's snowboard slope style at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, showcasing her perfectionist approach to the sport.

Spain is poised to win its second Olympic gold medal in winter sports, 54 years after the last, in a lesser-known competitive sport led by mountain skier Oriol Cardona.

The article discusses the legal challenges faced by Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch following a rejection of his appeal by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch is navigating complex legal challenges following a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport regarding his participation in the Winter Games.

The emergence of ski mountaineering as an Olympic sport highlights the growing popularity of ski touring, particularly for competitors like Tatjana Paller, Germany’s leading ski mountaineer.

Team USA has secured a silver medal in the men's cross-country skiing team sprint at the Winter Olympics, adding to their impressive performance in the sport.

Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete under their national flags at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Italy, marking their first participation since 2014 under such conditions.

Curling, a lesser global sport, draws attention and controversy at the Winter Olympics, with mysteries surrounding its origins and rules.