Following a strong performance with three medals yesterday, Italy is setting its sights on additional successes in the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Milan Cortina. The country is particularly focused on the women's downhill event scheduled for 11:30, where prominent alpine skiers Sofia Goggia and Federica Brignone are expected to perform well. They will also be looking for victories in other events such as men's parallel giant slalom, mixed 4x6 km relay in biathlon, men's singles in luge, and team figure skating events, all of which will contribute to the nation's medal tally.

In a significant procedural update, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has turned down an appeal from the British Bobsleigh and Skeleton Association (BBSA) against the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF). The decision clarifies that the British Skeleton team's safety helmet, described as a 'super helmet', will not be allowed for use in the upcoming Winter Games. This ruling stems from a dispute regarding the compliance of the helmet with IBSF regulations, asserting the helmet’s use would have given an unfair competitive advantage.

As the Games unfold, the anticipation for Italy's next potential victories remains high. With Goggia and Brignone leading the charge in the downhill, fans and sports analysts are watching closely to see how these key athletes will perform against international competition. The broader implications of individual athlete performances combined with regulatory decisions such as that of the CAS will shape the narrative around these prestigious Olympic Games and their impact on the sport.